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Bacon and Cheese Pudgy Pie Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 slices of white bread
- 8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons of butter, melted

Special equipment needed:
- Pudgy Pie Maker

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the pudgy pie maker over medium heat.

2. Take two slices of bread and brush one side of each slice with melted butter.

3. Place one slice of bread, butter side down, into the pudgy pie maker.

4. Add 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 2 slices of crumbled bacon on top of the bread.

5. Place the other slice of bread, butter side up, on top of the cheese and bacon.

6. Close the pudgy pie maker and cook for 3-5 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

7. Remove the pudgy pie from the maker and let it cool for a minute before serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 3-5 minutes per pudgy pie
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 pudgy pies

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 400
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 16g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of bread you like.
- You can use any type of cheese you like.

Variations:
- Add sliced tomatoes or avocado for a fresh twist.
- Use ham or sausage instead of bacon.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to butter the bread before placing it in the pudgy pie maker to prevent it from sticking.
- Don't overfill the pudgy pie maker, as it will be difficult to close and the filling may spill out.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover pudgy pies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the pudgy pie in the pudgy pie maker and cook for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pudgy pies on a platter with a side of ketchup or hot sauce.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions for a pop of color.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of potato chips or a green salad.

Suggested side dishes:
- Potato salad
- Coleslaw
- Grilled vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the bread is not browning evenly, rotate the pudgy pie maker halfway through cooking.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the bacon thoroughly before using it in the recipe.

Food history:
- Pudgy pies were originally invented as a camping food, but have since become a popular snack or meal for all occasions.

Flavor profiles:
- The salty bacon and melted cheese create a savory and satisfying flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the pudgy pies as a snack or a quick meal.

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Taste: Savory, Salty, Cheesy, Bacon, Rich, Bacon-Y