Grilled Cheese - Cowboy Jalapeño Popper Grilled Cheese
Posted: 18 Apr 2025, 09:17
4 medium jalapeños, stems removed, sliced in half, seeded
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Grilled Cheese
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature, divided
½ cup Cowboy cream cheese, room temperature, divided
4 strips bacon, cooked, divided
1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
4 slices Texas toast, or your bread of choice
Roast the Jalapeños: Preheat oven to 425°F.* Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush the jalapeño halves with olive oil on all sides and place them cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for about 15 minutes, or until the skins begin to char slightly. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Once cool, roughly chop the jalapeños and set aside. Assemble the Sandwiches: Butter one side of a slice of bread. Flip it over and spread half of the Cowboy cream cheese (about ¼ cup) on the unbuttered side. Top with half of the chopped jalapeños, 2 slices of bacon, and ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Butter one side of a second slice of bread, then place it on top of the sandwich, buttered side facing out. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make the second sandwich. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat.** Add the sandwiches and cook for 3–5 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
Notes: *Roasting Jalapeño Peppers In An Air Fryer - Brush the jalapeño peppers with olive oil (just like you would for oven roasting). Place the peppers in a single layer in the basket of your air fryer. Cook for 7 minutes at 425°F, or until the skins begin to char slightly.