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Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese

Fans of grilled cheese will love these incredible jalapeno popper grilled cheese sandwiches with cream cheese, two kinds of sliced cheese and crispy bacon.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 slices Italian bread
  • 2 jalapenos, de-seeded and sliced lengthwise
  • 2 slices sharp cheddar
  • 2 slices monterey jack
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 4 crispy cooked bacon slices
  • Pats of butter, as needed
  • Chopped cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. 
  2. Divide the cream cheese between the 4 jalapeno halves.
  3. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes then take out of the oven.
  4. Put a slice of cheddar on 2 bread slices and a slice of monterey jack on the other 2 slices.
  5. Slice the cooked jalapenos into bite-sized pieces and divide between the cheddar-topped bread slices.
  6. Now add the bacon on top and then some cilantro if liked.
  7. Add the other bread slices on top to make 2 sandwiches.
  8. Top each one with some butter pats and cook butter side-down in a skillet.
  9. Add more butter on top and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  • Author: Marie