I haven’t had a real good cheese sandwich in ages. It’s one of the simplest things to make and one of the best childhood “dinners” you could ask for but recently, I’ve been disappointed with all my grilled cheeses. I have a feeling it’s because of the cheese and lack of toppings I used. You know how on television, you always see commercials for the all-american cheese that you make for your kids? With the cow jumping over the moon? That kind of cheese stuck (ha!) and you could get by with that when you’re a kid, but now that we’re adults, I think it’s time for an adult grilled cheese. Like one with full flavor, one with toppings that you won’t make you go “eww it’s green,” as a kid.
I’ve been seeing the avocado grilled cheese all over the place. Maria of Two Peas and Their Pod essentially started the entire sensation. I saw it everywhere on Pinterest and Instagram. I never gave into it because I couldn’t believe how avocado on a grilled cheese could be that good.
I really shouldn’t have written that idea off. I mean, I have a slight obsession with anything avocado and I love a real good grilled cheese but why I never felt the need to try what all the foodies out there were trying, I haven’t a clue. I was seriously missing out. And if YOU haven’t had avocados with cheese, then you’re missing out.
So I’m here today to not let you miss out. I thought, let’s get some real good cheese, not the fake kind, and some bacon. Bacon. Everyone loves bacon, and when you mash it all together with a grilled cheese and avocados..holy cannoli, it is a godsend. You could call this a “California grilled cheese” cause of the avocado, but seriously, whatever you decide to call this amazing creation, I promise you that you won’t get enough of it. The creaminess of the avocado, the saltiness of the bacon, and the nuttiness of the cheese…I just need to stop talking about it. I’m hungry just thinking about it. I was upset that I finished mine so quickly and couldn’t have another. If you’re curious, I used Kerrygold’s Dubliner cheese. Thanks to the suggestion of Lindsay, it was probably one of the best cheese decisions I’ve made. I couldn’t stop eating the cheese wedge. I had to force myself to stop because otherwise this grilled cheese wouldn’t have come to be!
Go try avocados and bacon on a grilled cheese. STAT. I promise you’ll love me. For.ever.
Avocado & Bacon Grilled Cheese
Yield: 2 sandwiches | Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
4 slices of thick bread, like sourdough
6 slices of bacon, cooked until crispy
2 avocados, smashed
1/2 cup real good quality cheese, shredded (I used a Dubliner cheese)
Instructions:
- Turn your broiler on high. Place your slices of bread on a large baking sheet and toast both sides of the bread until slightly browned. Remove and set aside, while keeping broiler on high.
- In a small bowl, smash your avocados until there are no large chunks left. Sprinkle with some salt and pepper, to taste.
- To assemble your grilled cheese, take two slices of bread, smear a generous amount of avocado on both slices then break bacon in half and put them on both slices of bread, on top of the avocado. Then add a generous amount of shredded cheese on both slices of bread. Place your slices on a baking sheet and put under broiler for 3-5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from broiler and place the other two slices of bread on top.
- Slice in half and serve warm.
Source: Table for Two original, inspired by Two Peas and Their Pod
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What a great combination of flavours! Just the right balance between creamy and salty and sharp and delicious!
I haven’t made grilled cheese in too long. Your photos make me want to make this now!
This looks so filling and so delicious!
I’am totally into avocados these days! Never tried avocado with grilled cheese. Have to try this weekend!
Holy moly, girl!!!! I totally want to make and eat this right now!!
sooo hungryyyyyy.
looove kerrygold cheese, good choice!!
oh, yum! i’ve been seeing these all over pinterest, too, + they always look sooo good. i have to try these for lunch or dinner one night soon!
OMG yum!!! I need this in my belly right now. Come to Virginia and make it for me? :)
Kerrygold cheese really is the best, you can never go wrong with it on a grilled cheese, especially! Yay for avocados!!
I already do live in VA! So sure ;)
Death becomes me.
I love a good grilled cheese, and obviously no not have them enough after seeing this one.
I love grilled cheese and we happen to have it a lot here since it’s a quick warm lunch but I’m always sad when it’s missing bacon!
Oooh, I like the idea to use the broiler for these! I’d never thought about that.
I did that because I’ve noticed if I make grilled cheese in the pan, the cheese takes forever to melt and the bread gets way over-browned. The broiler makes the cheese melt so much faster and keeps the bread perfectly toasty :)
I’ll have one of those for lunch ! Thank you! he he he
I’ll have one of those for lunch ! Thank you! he he he
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OMG….this looks like grilled cheese heaven! Great call on using the broiler!
All the best things in one sandwich. Love this.
bacon? avocado? love ♥ even though i don`t like grilled cheese sandwiches, i think i need to try this!
avocado + grilled cheese = amazing!! you + Maria are geniuses. I too have a “slight” obsession with anything avocado. except it’s not so slight… it’s kinda of gross how much i love it! :)
OH YES. This is something I can get on board with.
There really isn’t much of anything that beats grilled cheese when I’m craving comfort food. I admit I’m not an avocado fan, but this still looks really good! Love the bacon :)
Julie, these are perfect! Way better than a BLT or plain ol’ grilled cheese. Love using the broiler!
I’ve never tried avocado on a grilled cheese but bacon is phenomenal on one. Must go buy avocados!
Now that’s my kind of grilled cheese! Looks so mouthwatering, Julie! Love that you snuck in avocado and bacon… best combination ever!
Ok, you talked me into it. I actually have an avocado sitting in my fridge calling to me now, and it is currently 9 pm. Now you’ve got avocados speaking to me….
Best ADULT grilled cheese ever! My Jason is going to love this.
What a great combination! My husband would go nuts for this sandwich! I have never tried the grilled cheese avocado phenomenon so I really need to try this!
Um, kinda think I’m looking at today’s lunch here. Brilliant!!
Ahhhh I’m droooooling… this looks way too good! I love love love avocado, and bacon, and a good soft cheese :) It looks like brie, is that type of cheese similar?
Perfection!
I love bacon and avocado together!! This looks like one amazing sandwich!
Everyone loves grilled cheese but I never thought it could be so wonderful!
I love avocados! This looks so yummy!
I’ve totally had this combo before and it completely rocked my world! So simply, but amazingly delicious =)
Gosh – that looks really, really good. The only thing I would add would be a nice slice of a delicious ripe tomato. But even still, beautiful!
I’ve been eyeing these avocado sandwiches myself. Looks delicious!
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Looks like an amazing combo!
OMG!!! This was Delish!!!! My family absolutely enjoyed this grilled cheese sandwich. My husband especially, he could not stop raving about how yummy it was and he’s a super picky eater. Will keep this recipe for sure!! Thanks for sharing…
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