Blackberry, Bacon, Jalapeño Grilled Cheese

Pretty sure this bad boy doesn’t need a vivid explanation as to why you should make it.  Just reading it should make you want to devour it - Bacon Jalapeño, Blackberry Grilled Cheese.  Sweet, spicy, smoky sandwich perfection.

INGREDIENTS

1 Tbsp. butter
2 pieces sourdough bread
4 slices Swiss or Brie cheese
4 pieces bacon, cooked
1/2 jalapeno sliced (*for less spice, remove seeds)
3 Tbsp. blackberry preserves

DIRECTIONS

• Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place bread, butter side down, in skillet.

• Place the seeded jalapeños open side down, skin side up onto the baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the oven, 3-4 inches from the broiler. Let the peppers roast for 3-4 minutes till they are charred and the skin is blistered.

• Top one piece of bread with cheese, bacon, and jalapeños.

• Top the other piece of bread with blackberry jam.

• Put sandwich together; grill over medium heat, flipping after 4-5 minutes.

• Grill until both sides are golden brown and cheese is melted.