Provolone Grilled Cheese with Mashed Potatoes and Bacon
This provolone grilled cheese with mashed potatoes and bacon is easy, so satisfying, and the perfect use for some Thanksgiving leftovers!
Ingredients
- 4 pieces sourdough bread
- 2 slices of provolone about 1 ounce each
- 4-6 tablespoons mashed potatoes leftover
- 4 pieces bacon cooked, crumbled
- 2 teaspoons scallions finely chopped
- ½ cup cheddar shredded
- black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Top one of the slices of sourdough with one 1 ounce slice of provolone, then top with 2-3 tablespoons of leftover mashed potatoes, evenly smoothing them over the provolone.4 pieces sourdough bread, 2 slices of provolone, 4-6 tablespoons mashed potatoes
- Top with 2 pieces of crumbled bacon, 1 teaspoon chopped scallions, ¼ cup cheddar, and some black pepper.4 pieces bacon, 2 teaspoons scallions, ½ cup cheddar, black pepper
- Repeat with remaining sandwich.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add grilled cheeses, pressing down lightly, and cook for 3-5 minutes until golden. Flip and continue cooking until cheese is melted and bottom piece is golden. Serve immediately, with additional black pepper and scallions.2 tablespoons butter
Notes
If leftover mashed potatoes are very cold, microwave desired amount for 10-15 seconds before using in the grilled cheese.
This grilled cheese pairs great with onion soup!
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