{"id":305692,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-24T23:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/grilled-bacon-tomato-sandwiches\/"},"modified":"2022-02-10T12:56:11","modified_gmt":"2022-02-10T18:56:11","slug":"grilled-bacon-tomato-sandwiches","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/grilled-bacon-tomato-sandwiches\/","title":{"rendered":"Grilled Bacon-Tomato Sandwiches"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
My family loves these sandwiches and they are very easy to prepare. Fresh basil, tangy Italian dressing and melted cheese meld perfectly together in this simple sandwich. \u2014Betty Snoddy, Franklin, Missouri<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":907507,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304333,304328,305487,304338,303966,306655,304297,304268,304350,324623,306640,304020,304005,304150,304258],"categories-v2":[308991,308984,308481,310796,308992,308495,312635,308308,259483,309001,309177,312615,308594,308549,309434,309599],"coauthors":[305],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Bacon & Swiss Chicken Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/bacon-swiss-chicken-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps105419_LR153742D08_04_6b-.jpg"},{"post_title":"Bacon and Cheese Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/bacon-cheese-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/EXPS_TOHD24_42477_KristinaVanni_5.jpg"},{"post_title":"Mint-Cucumber Tomato Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/mint-cucumber-tomato-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps51611_TH143192D02_12_3b_WEB.jpg"},{"post_title":"Tomato & Avocado Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/tomato-avocado-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Tomato-Avocado-Sandwiches_exps144054_SD143205A01_31_4bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Cheese & Pepper Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-cheese-pepper-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Grilled-Cheese-Pepper-Sandwiches_EXPS_SDFM17_42407_B10_07_4b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Cheese and Mushroom Sandwich","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-cheese-and-mushroom-sandwich\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Grilled-Cheese-and-Mushroom-Sandwich_EXPS_THSO18_229393_D03_16__6b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Fish Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-fish-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Grilled-Fish-Sandwiches_EXPS_SDAM18_21426_B12_06_2b-7.jpg"},{"post_title":"Bacon-Tomato Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/bacon-tomato-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps107247_SD143205C01_30_3b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Cheese, Bacon and Oven-Dried Tomato Sandwich","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-cheese-bacon-and-oven-dried-tomato-sandwich\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Grilled-Cheese-Bacon-and-Oven-Dried-Tomato-Sandwich_EXPS_THSO18_229395_D03_06__6b-1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Shredded Pork Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-shredded-pork-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps50463_HCA2081250B07_12_1bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Vegetable Pesto Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-vegetable-pesto-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Grilled-Vegetable-Pesto-Sandwiches_EXPS_RC21_266635_B11_30_6b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Sub Sandwich","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-sub-sandwich\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps23238_TH10524D41C.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Deli Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-deli-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps19103_FF1227370D25B.jpg"},{"post_title":"Bacon Grilled Cheese Sandwich","post_link":"\/recipes\/bacon-grilled-cheese-sandwich\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Bacon-Grilled-Cheese-Sandwich_EXPS_TMBSTK18_229390_A03_12__2b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Tomato Pizzas","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-tomato-pizzas\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps85730_TH163621B02_17_6b-e1722971559660.jpg"},{"post_title":"Tomato Steak Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/tomato-steak-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps28642_SD153322A04_03_1b-AP.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Italian Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-italian-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Grilled-Italian-Sandwiches_exps52243_HC2847498B01_25_1bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Cheese with Tomato","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-cheese-with-tomato\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps20133_QC10360D11A.jpg"},{"post_title":"Fried Green Tomato Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/fried-green-tomato-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps15847_CX10198C49C.jpg"}],"acf":{"long_pin":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Grilled-Bacon-Tomato-Sandwiches_EXPS_SDJJ19_41581_B02_07_7b.jpg"},"recipe_schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Recipe","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/grilled-bacon-tomato-sandwiches\/","name":"Grilled Bacon-Tomato Sandwiches","datePublished":"2018-01-01","dateModified":"2022-02-10","prepTime":"PT10M","cookTime":"PT10M","totalTime":"PT20M","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Grilled-Bacon-Tomato-Sandwiches_EXPS_SDJJ19_41581_B02_07_7b.jpg","height":1200,"width":1200},"recipeCategory":["Lunch"],"description":"My family loves these sandwiches and they are very easy to prepare. Fresh basil, tangy Italian dressing and melted cheese meld perfectly together in this simple sandwich. —Betty Snoddy, Franklin, Missouri","recipeIngredient":["4 slices Italian bread (1\/2 inch thick)","4 slices provolone cheese (1 ounce each)","4 slices tomato","4 bacon strips, cooked and halved","2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1\/2 teaspoon dried basil","2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Top 2 slices of bread with a slice of cheese each; layer each with 2 tomato slices, 2 bacon strips, half of the basil and another cheese slice. Top with remaining bread. Brush dressing over outside of sandwiches."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"In a large skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted."}],"recipeYield":"2 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Taste Recipes Editorial Team"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 471 calories","fatContent":"26g fat (12g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"56mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"1251mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"32g carbohydrate (4g sugars","fiberContent":"2g fiber)","proteinContent":"25g protein. "}},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"41581","romance_copy_dek":"My family loves these sandwiches and they are very easy to prepare. Fresh basil, tangy Italian dressing and melted cheese meld perfectly together in this simple sandwich. —Betty Snoddy, Franklin, Missouri","enhanced_recipe_title":"Grilled Bacon-Tomato Sandwiches","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"4 slices Italian bread (1\/2 inch thick)","IngredientText":"4 slices Italian bread (1\/2 inch thick)"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"4 slices provolone cheese (1 ounce each)","IngredientText":"4 slices provolone cheese (1 ounce each)"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"4 slices tomato","IngredientText":"4 slices tomato"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"4 bacon strips, cooked and halved","IngredientText":"4 bacon strips, cooked and halved"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1\/2 teaspoon dried basil","IngredientText":"2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1\/2 teaspoon dried basil"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing","IngredientText":"2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Grilled-Bacon-Tomato-Sandwiches_EXPS_SDJJ19_41581_B02_07_7b.jpg","RecipeId":41581,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Grilled Bacon-Tomato Sandwiches Recipe photo by Taste Recipes","VideoCode":"","RecipeAttachmentFileName":"Grilled-Bacon-Tomato-Sandwiches_EXPS_SDJJ19_41581_B02_07_7b.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Betty","Lastname":"Snoddy","ContributorAttachmentFileName":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/Recipe\/testkitchenapproved.png","TimeCallout":"Prep\/Total Time: 20 min.","MinimumServingQuantity":2,"MaximumServingQuantity":2,"Yield":"2 servings.","DigitalTitle":"Grilled Bacon-Tomato Sandwiches","SubmittedTitle":"BCT Sandwich (Bacon, Cheese, Tomato Sandwich)","RecipeTypeId":1,"RecipeURL":"grilled-bacon-tomato-sandwiches","AverageRating":5,"WebPublishedDate":"1\/1\/2018 12:00:00 AM","ContestPlacementId":null,"FbImage":"FB_SDJJ19_41581_B02_07_7b.jpg","PreparationTimeInMinutes":10,"CookTimeInMinutes":10,"TotalTimeInMinutes":20,"ServingDescription":null,"IsTestKitchenCertified":true,"IsContestWinner":false,"IsFieldEditorRecipe":false,"IsCommunityRecipe":false,"EditorNotes":"","PublishedProjectTitle":"Grilled Bacon-Tomato Sandwiches","OriginalSourceProject":"Grilled Bacon-Tomato Sandwiches","ContestPlacement":"","Trailer":null,"Metadescription":null,"AboutRecipeTitle":null,"AboutRecipe":null,"DigitalHeadnotes":"My family loves these sandwiches and they are very easy to prepare. Fresh basil, tangy Italian dressing and melted cheese meld perfectly together in this simple sandwich. —Betty Snoddy, Franklin, Missouri","FreezerDirections":"","FreezerDirectionsTitle":"","HTMLTitle":null,"RecipeVersionNumber":null,"WorkflowStatusId":9,"RecipeCookingTipTitle":"","RecipeCookingTipText":"","SpecifiCookingTipText":"","Directions":[{"Direction":"Top 2 slices of bread with a slice of cheese each; layer each with 2 tomato slices, 2 bacon strips, half of the basil and another cheese slice. Top with remaining bread. Brush dressing over outside of sandwiches.","SequenceNo":1},{"Direction":" In a large skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted.","SequenceNo":2}],"RecipeTaxonomies":{"Budget":[],"CookingStyle":[],"Course":[{"Name":"Course","ID":0},{"Name":"Hot Sandwich Recipes","ID":95010},{"Name":"Sandwiches","ID":94290}],"Cuisine":[{"Name":"Cuisine","ID":0},{"Name":"Cuisine","ID":0},{"Name":"Indian Recipes","ID":89660}],"HealthyEating":[],"HolidaysAndCelebrations":[],"Ingredients":[],"Kids":[],"PartnerRecipes":[],"Publications":[{"Name":"Publication","ID":0},{"Name":"Cooking For Two Magazine","ID":107249},{"Name":"Cooking For Two Recipes","ID":107277},{"Name":"Sandwich Recipes For Two","ID":107293}],"WinningRecipes":[],"Tags":[{"Name":"Cooking Style","ID":304328},{"Name":"Cooking for Two","ID":304333},{"Name":"Easy","ID":304338},{"Name":"Quick","ID":304350},{"Name":"Dishes & Beverages","ID":305487},{"Name":"Grilled Cheese Sandwiches","ID":306655},{"Name":"Sandwiches & Wraps","ID":306640},{"Name":"Gear","ID":303966},{"Name":"Skillet","ID":304020},{"Name":"Stovetop Cookware","ID":304005},{"Name":"Meal Types","ID":304268},{"Name":"Lunch","ID":304297},{"Name":"Techniques","ID":304150},{"Name":"Toasting","ID":304258},{"Name":"Recipes","ID":324623}]},"ContributorTypeId":16,"NutritionalAnalyisParagraph":"1 sandwich: 471 calories, 26g fat (12g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 1251mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein. ","NoOfRatings":6,"GoogleImage16x9":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/toh\/GoogleImages\/Grilled-Bacon-Tomato-Sandwiches_EXPS_SDJJ19_41581_B02_07_7b.jpg","GoogleImage4x3":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/toh\/GoogleImagesPostCard\/Grilled-Bacon-Tomato-Sandwiches_EXPS_SDJJ19_41581_B02_07_7b.jpg","DefaultImageYn":false,"NativeRecipeTemplate":false,"IsMsn":false,"PinterestImage":"","CarouselImages":[],"SponsorLogoImage":"","SponsorID":"","Tips":[],"CommentCount":6,"RatingCount":8,"RecipeCommentDetails":[{"Comment":"
Simple sandwiches that taste amazing! I will never make regular grilled cheese ever again. This will be my go-to recipe from now on for a grilled cheese sandwich.<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"04\/29\/2015 15:18","GUID":"dca059d6535547efae8490f7e12360ef","MemberId":2352516,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"punkysquirrel","SubmittedDate":"04\/29\/2015 15:18"},{"Comment":"
Made these tonight and my husband and I loved them. I did use ciabatta rolls and next time will try a sliced loaf, since the rolls' outer crust got a bit hard in the toasting.<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"12\/28\/2012 20:34","GUID":"28a2c9b2411b43bf8573280d1d82ca47","MemberId":1404522,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"juicyfruit007","SubmittedDate":"12\/28\/2012 20:33"},{"Comment":"
I also tried this sandwich with the garlic butter instead of italian dressing. I also used the mozzarella that I had on hand. What a great sandwich. It tastes a bit like a bruschetta.<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"09\/06\/2012 21:33","GUID":"A37BFC5E7959A6A9660E7DB75ED0049D","MemberId":191346,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"LeslieH","SubmittedDate":"09\/06\/2012 21:33"},{"Comment":"
I also tried this sandwich with the garlic butter instead of italian dressing. I also used the mozzarella that I had on hand. What a great sandwich. It tastes a bit like a bruschetta.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"09\/06\/2012 21:33","GUID":"A37BFC5E7959A6A9660E7DB75ED0049D","MemberId":191346,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"LeslieH","SubmittedDate":"09\/06\/2012 21:33"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"06\/18\/2012 13:02","GUID":"d3369d17479641e38547a77f42c6a905","MemberId":4894105,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"MrsJonesen","SubmittedDate":"06\/18\/2012 13:02"},{"Comment":"
Really great sandwich! I didn't use the Italian dressing but used a little butter with garlic powder.<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"10\/16\/2011 21:11","GUID":"b7ccd2227d2f47fca89174d2075ba592","MemberId":1616735,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"RhondaK65","SubmittedDate":"10\/16\/2011 21:11"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"09\/01\/2011 19:15","GUID":"10a9e74b32794959baf719b76eaeb23d","MemberId":1218493,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Patrisha11","SubmittedDate":"09\/01\/2011 19:15"},{"Comment":"
I used fresh basil and garden tomatoes, which gave these sandwiches great flavor! I pre-cooked the bacon the day before. Just before assembling the sandwiches, I re-heated the bacon in the oven on a cookie sheet, which really saved on time the day of the party. Everyone loved these sandwiches!<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"08\/28\/2011 19:18","GUID":"DD375DF9BEA94879AA7A2B7B1E93D8EA","MemberId":3360005,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"stressed_lulu","SubmittedDate":"08\/28\/2011 19:18"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"03\/13\/2009 14:04","GUID":"36d84374c1a84d14b41141ad4a13ec25","MemberId":3231796,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"tjfuentes","SubmittedDate":"03\/13\/2009 14:04"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":44016,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":312615,"name":"Sandwiches & Wraps","slug":"sandwiches-wraps","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312550,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Refresh your sandwich repertoire with these recipes for easy sandwiches, from wrap recipes to classic lunch entrees and more.","parent":310796,"count":2628,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/sandwiches-wraps\/"},{"term_id":312635,"name":"Grilled Cheese Sandwiches","slug":"grilled-cheese-sandwiches","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312570,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for grilled cheese? Find delicious grilled cheese recipes including veggie grilled cheese, Italian grilled cheese, hearty grilled cheese and more grilled cheese recipes.","parent":312615,"count":104,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/sandwiches-wraps\/grilled-cheese-sandwiches\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Grilled Bacon-Tomato Sandwiches"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n