Strawberry, Goat Cheese, and Bacon Panini

• Meat

  • 6 Slices Bacon

• Condiments

  • 1/2 cup Smucker's fruit & honey strawberry fruit spread

• Bread & Baked Goods

  • 8 Slices Bread

• Dairy

  • 1 Butter
  • 4 oz Goat cheese

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Description

Ingredients

• 6 Slices Bacon
• 8 Slices Bread, I used my favorite gluten-free variety, but you can use whatever your favorite is!
• Softened Butter, for spreading on the bread
• 4 oz. Goat Cheese, at room temperature
• ½ Cup Smucker’s Fruit & Honey Strawberry Fruit Spread

Directions

• Place the bacon in a large, cold skillet. Place the skillet over medium-low heat and cook the bacon until crisp, about 8-10 minutes, flipping occasionally. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels and set aside. Heat a panini maker (or large skillet or grill pan) while you assemble to sandwiches. Spread each slice of bread evenly with butter on one side. Flip each slice over and spread a thin layer of goat cheese on each one. Spread a tablespoon of the Smucker’s Fruit & Honey Strawberry Fruit Spread on each slice of bread overtop of the goat cheese. Cut the bacon in half so that you have 12 pieces. Place 3 pieces on 4 slices of the bread. Top each one with remaining 4 slices of bread. If you’re using a panini press, add each sandwich and push down the lid to press each sandwich. If you’re using a skillet or grill, use something to press the sandwiches down with – a brick covered with foil works well, or just a heavy plate. Once the sandwiches are golden brown, transfer them to a cutting board and cut in half and then in half again so you have 4 triangles. Serve immediately, or keep warm in the oven for up to 1 hour. This recipe makes 4 sandwiches, so it will serve 4 as a meal option, or will yield 16 appetizer portions.