Ingredients

  • 10 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1 (4 ounce) jar pimientos, drained
  • 12 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 14 teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)
  • 16 slices marbled rye bread
  • butter
  • 16 slices tomatoes (cut 1/4 inch thick)
  • 16 slices bacon, cooked crisp and drained

Method

  • Butter one side of each slice of bread.
  • Spread 8 slices (buttered side down) with about 1/4 cup pimento cheese.
  • For each sandwich: lay bread slice, buttered side down/cheese side up, in a large skillet.
  • Add 2 slices tomato and 2 bacon strips, then cover the sandwich with slice of bread, buttered side up.
  • Over medium heat, grill each sandwich until golden brown on both sides.
  • Transfer sandwich to a plate; slice in half on the diagonal and serve immediately.