Pepper Jack & Tomato Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Spicy melty sandwich with pepper jack cheese and fresh tomato slices on jalapeño-studded bread for extra kick.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices jalapeño-studded 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 - Salt to taste
06 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Lay out all bread slices on a clean work surface. Butter one side of each slice evenly.
02 - Place two slices butter-side down on a plate. Top each with 2 slices of pepper jack cheese and half of the tomato slices. Season lightly with salt and pepper if desired.
03 - Top each sandwich with remaining bread slices, buttered side up, to seal.
04 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat until properly preheated.
05 - Place sandwiches in the heated skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
06 - Remove sandwiches from skillet and allow to cool for 1 minute. Slice diagonally in half and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The heat hits you first, then the creaminess of melted cheese balances everything out perfectly
  • Takes basic grilled cheese from childhood memory to grown-up comfort food status
  • Ready faster than you can debate whether to order takeout
02 -
  • Medium heat is your friend. High heat burns the bread before the cheese melts.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan or you'll steam instead of grill. Two sandwiches max in a standard skillet.
03 -
  • Mayo instead of butter on the outside creates an even crispier crust and won't burn as easily
  • Place a lightweight pan on top of the sandwich while cooking for maximum cheese-to-bread contact
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