Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
FOR THE PIMENTO CHEESE
- 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temp
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons diced jarred pimento peppers
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
FOR THE SANDWICHES
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 8 slices brioche bread
- 1 heart of romaine, halved, leaves separated
- 4 thick slices tomato
Instructions
MAKE THE PIMENTO CHEESE
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and mayonnaise. Using a spatula, stir until smooth and combined. Stir in the pimento peppers, salt, and pepper, then taste and season.
MAKE THE SANDWICHES
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet set over medium heat, draining the fat as needed, until crisped. Set the bacon aside.
- Toast the bread.
- To assemble each sandwich, spread a portion of the pimento cheese on one slice of bread. Top with romaine leaves and a slice of tomato. Sprinkle the tomato with salt and pepper, then arrange two slices of bacon on top. Add the top pieces of bread, cut the sandwich in half, and serve.