Triple Cheese Bacon Melt

Instructions:

1. Heat the pan:
   Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
2. Prep the bread:
   Butter one side of each bread slice. For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of garlic powder or paprika onto the buttered side.
3. Assemble the sandwiches:
   Lay two bread slices butter-side down. On each, layer one slice of cheddar, two slices of crispy bacon, one slice of mozzarella, one more slice of bacon, then one slice of American cheese. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
4. Toast to perfection:
   Place sandwiches on the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side. Press down lightly with a spatula to help everything melt evenly and the bread crisp up.
5. Finish and serve:
   Once both sides are golden and the cheese is melted, remove from the skillet. Let rest for one minute, then slice in half and serve hot.

Variations:

• Swap in gouda or pepper jack for a gourmet twist.
• Add sliced tomatoes or avocado for freshness.
• Turn it into a breakfast melt with a fried egg added to the center.

Tips:

• Cook the bacon just until crisp, as it will continue to warm inside the sandwich.
• Use lower heat if the bread browns too fast—this allows the cheese more time to melt.
• A cast iron skillet gives the most even, crispy result.

This Triple Cheese Bacon Melt is grilled cheese grown up—and gone all out.