Bacon Avocado Cheese Toast (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 slices of your favorite bread, preferably whole grain or seeded
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2 cheese slices (1 oz each), try cheddar, Gruyere, or a blend
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1/4 of a ripe Fresh California Avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced
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2 halves of crispy cooked bacon, cut horizontally
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1/2 tablespoon of mayonnaise
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1/2 tablespoon melted butter
# Instructions:
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Get your skillet or sandwich maker hot by preheating it over medium-high heat.
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Put one slice of cheese on a piece of bread. Lay the avocado slices over the cheese, making sure the edges of the cheese are still visible.
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Layer the second slice of cheese on top of the avocado, followed by the bacon, and then cover everything with the second piece of bread.
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Stir together the butter and mayo until smooth, then spread half of it on the top slice of bread.
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Put the sandwich, buttered side facing down, into the sandwich maker. Spread the rest of the mixture on the top, close the lid, and cook for 2 to 5 minutes until golden and melty. Use tongs or a spatula to take it out, slice it in half, and enjoy immediately.
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Place the sandwich butter-side down in your hot skillet. Spread the remaining butter mixture on the unbuttered side. Let it cook for 3 minutes, flip it, and cook another 2 minutes while pressing gently with a spatula or grill press. Add a dab of butter if the bread feels dry, and cook until golden and cheesy.
# Notes:
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Mixing mayo with butter makes for a crunchy crust with rich flavor.
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Switch it up by blending different cheeses like Swiss, Jack, or mozzarella.
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Tip: Serve alongside a bowl of hot tomato soup for comfort.
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Drink pairing: A cold glass of milk works great with this.
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Large avocados typically weigh around 8 ounces, so adjust if yours are smaller or bigger.