Triple Cheese Bacon Melt (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Bread and Cheese
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8 slices thick-cut brioche bread or Texas toast
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6 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
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4 oz Monterey Jack cheese, sliced
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4 oz Provolone cheese or Velveeta, sliced
→ Proteins and Condiments
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8 strips bacon
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4 tablespoons butter, softened
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1/4 cup ranch dressing, homemade or store-bought
→ Optional Add-Ons
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Sliced jalapeños for heat
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Caramelized onions for extra flavor
# Instructions:
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Allow all cheeses to come to room temperature for about 15 minutes prior to cooking.
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cook bacon on a baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until crispy. Remove and set aside.
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Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
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Generously butter one side of each bread slice. Place bread butter-side down onto the skillet. Layer sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Provolone cheese on half of the bread slices. Add 2 strips of crispy bacon to each. Drizzle ranch dressing on top of the bacon and cheese. Cover with another bread slice, butter-side up.
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Cook sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on the first side, until golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until the second side turns golden and the cheese is fully melted.
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Remove from skillet and rest for 1 minute. Cut sandwiches diagonally and serve immediately while cheese is warm and stretchy.
# Notes:
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Use homemade ranch dressing for enhanced flavor or add caramelized onions as an additional layer of taste.