Pepper Jack & Tomato Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Spicy, melty sandwich with pepper jack cheese and fresh tomatoes on jalapeño bread.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices jalapeño bread

→ Cheese

02 - 4 slices pepper jack cheese

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 medium ripe tomato, thinly sliced

→ Spreads & Fats

04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Seasonings

05 - Pinch of salt
06 - Freshly ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Lay out bread slices on a clean surface. Butter one side of each slice thoroughly.
02 - Place two slices buttered side down. Layer each with 2 slices pepper jack cheese and half the tomato slices. Season tomatoes lightly with salt and pepper if desired. Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
03 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat until hot.
04 - Place sandwiches in the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
05 - Remove from skillet, let cool for 1 minute, slice in half, and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Its the perfect balance of creamy cheese, fresh tomatoes, and just enough heat to make things interesting
  • Ready in under 15 minutes but tastes like something from a diner that takes pride in their griddle game
02 -
  • Medium heat is your friend here, too high and youll burn the bread before the cheese melts
  • Thin tomato slices are nonnegotiable, thick ones create a slippery layer that makes the whole sandwich fall apart
03 -
  • Slide a thin layer of mayo on the inside of each bread slice before adding your toppings for a tangy kick and extra moisture barrier
  • Grate a little extra pepper jack over the tomatoes before closing up the sandwich, it melts into all the nooks and crannies
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