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Adult Grilled Cheese with Figs and Bacon

An elevated grilled cheese sandwich filled with crispy bacon, sweet figs, and gooey cheddar cheese, offering a cozy comfort food experience with gourmet flair.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 slices sourdough bread Use fresh, thick-cut sourdough for that perfect crunch and flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Butter adds richness and helps achieve that golden, crispy crust.
  • 4 slices crispy bacon Go for good-quality, thick-cut bacon for the best texture and flavor.
  • 1 onion caramelized Sweet, soft, and gooey caramelized onions bring depth to each bite.
  • 3 fresh figs, sliced Their natural sweetness adds a lovely contrast to the salty bacon.
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded A sharp cheddar melts beautifully and enhances the complex flavors.
  • to taste salt and pepper Essential for seasoning and rounding out all the flavors.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by heating a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Spread butter on one side of each slice of sourdough.
  3. Place one slice, butter side down, in the skillet.
  4. Layer the first slice with bacon, caramelized onions, figs, and cheddar cheese.
  5. Top with the second slice of bread, butter side up.
  6. Cook until the bottom slice is golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Flip and cook until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  8. Serve warm on a plate.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality ingredients and cook on medium heat. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or seasonal fruits.