Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese (Print-Friendly Format)
Toasty bread, jalapeno-stuffed cream cheese, melty cheese and bacon meet for a bold, flavorful sandwich.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Main Components
01 -
2 jalapenos, sliced lengthwise, seeds and membranes removed
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113 grams cream cheese
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4 slices bacon, cooked until crispy
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2 slices Monterey Jack cheese
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2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
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4 slices Italian bread
→ Optional Garnish
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Cilantro, chopped, to taste
→ For Grilling
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Pats of butter
# How to Make It:
01 -
Preheat oven to 190°C. Stuff each jalapeno half with approximately 28 grams of cream cheese. Arrange on a baking sheet.
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Bake filled jalapenos for 25–30 minutes until tender. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
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Slice roasted stuffed jalapenos into bite-sized pieces. Divide evenly between two slices of bread layered with cheddar cheese.
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Top two additional bread slices with Monterey Jack cheese and cooked bacon. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro if desired.
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Close sandwiches by pairing one jalapeno-cheddar slice with one bacon-Monterey Jack slice, ensuring fillings are inside.
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Spread several pats of butter on top of each sandwich. Place, butter side down, in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add more butter to the unbuttered side, then grill sandwiches until bread is golden and cheese is melted, turning as needed.
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Remove from skillet, cut in half if desired, and serve hot.
# Additional Information:
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Wear gloves when handling fresh jalapenos to avoid irritation, and wash hands thoroughly after preparation.
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Do not overfill the jalapenos with cream cheese to prevent overflow while roasting.
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For a firmer texture in the jalapenos, reduce roasting time by up to ten minutes.
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Select high-quality, thick-cut cheese for optimal melting and flavour.
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Choose robust bakery-style bread to support the hearty filling.