20-Minute Grilled Brie and Goat Cheese Sandwich
A gourmet grilled cheese sandwich featuring creamy brie and tangy goat cheese paired with crispy bacon and tender green tomato slices. The combination of rich, melted cheeses with smoky bacon and the subtle tartness of green tomatoes creates a sophisticated twist on the classic comfort food. Perfect for lunch or a casual dinner when you want something indulgent yet refined. The sourdough bread adds extra flavor depth and sturdy structure to hold all the delicious fillings.
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 large green tomato, sliced into 1/8 inch slicesred tomato1:1fair
Red tomatoes will be sweeter and less tangy
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 slices bread
- 2 ounces brie, room temperature
- 2 ounces goat cheese, room temperature
- pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Cook bacon until crisp over medium heat, then set aside on paper towels to drain and pour all but 1 tablespoon of grease from pan
- 2
Add green tomato slices and saute for a minute on each side, then set aside and wipe pan clean
- 3
Butter one side of each bread slice and place 2 in pan buttered side down
- 4
Top each with 1/4 of each cheese followed by bacon, tomato, pepper and remaining bread slice with buttered side up
- 5
Grill until cheese has melted and bread is golden brown
Tips
Let cheeses come to room temperature before cooking for easier spreading and more even melting
Wipe pan clean between cooking components to prevent flavor transfer and burning
Cook over medium heat to ensure cheese melts completely before bread burns
Good to Know
Refrigerate assembled sandwiches up to 1 day before grilling
Cook bacon and saute tomatoes up to 2 days ahead, store refrigerated
Serve immediately while cheese is melted and bread is crispy
Common Mistakes
Use medium heat to avoid burning bread before cheese melts
Don't skip buttering outside of bread for proper golden browning
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
Red tomatoes will be sweeter and less tangy
FAQ
Can I use regular tomatoes instead of green?
Yes, but green tomatoes provide a unique tart flavor that balances the rich cheeses better than sweet red tomatoes.
What if I don't have both types of cheese?
You can use just one cheese, but the combination of creamy brie and tangy goat cheese creates the signature flavor profile.
How long will leftovers keep?
Best eaten fresh, but leftover sandwiches can be stored refrigerated for 1 day and reheated in a dry pan.