Bacon Jam Garlic Patty Melt
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
Description
When you need a pick-me-up sandwich that hits all the right notes—savory, sweet, cheesy, and downright unforgettable—this Bacon Jam Garlic Patty Melt is it. Fire up the ELITE Griddle, let that cheese melt just right, and prepare for a sandwich you’ll crave over and over again.
Ingredients
For the Bacon Jam:
1/2 lb diced bacon
1/2 yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp honey
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
For the Sandwich:
4 slices of hearty bread (like sourdough or Texas toast)
1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
1–2 Tbsp butter (for toasting)
1 clove garlic, halved
Instructions
Make the Bacon Jam:
- In a cast-iron skillet on your HALO Elite Griddle, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Drain all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease.
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic in the remaining grease until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in the honey, brown sugar, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and cooked bacon.
- Simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened and caramelized. Set aside.
Build the Patty Melt:
- Preheat your griddle to medium heat.
- Lightly butter one side of each bread slice. Rub the other side lightly with a garlic clove for extra flavor.
- Place bread butter-side-down on the griddle. Add a generous layer of shredded Colby Jack cheese and a heaping spoonful of bacon jam.
- Top with the second slice of bread, butter-side-up.
- Grill until the bread is golden and crisp and the cheese is melted—about 3–4 minutes per side.
Notes
Griddle Tip:
Use a cast-iron skillet on the HALO Elite griddle for the bacon jam to maintain even heat and enhance caramelization. For extra crisp on your sandwich, press gently with a spatula while toasting.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Griddle
- Cuisine: American
