Description
Southern comfort meets childhood nostalgia in these crispy bologna sandwiches, a classic diner-style treat that brings pure joy to the table. Crisp edges, melted cheese, and golden-brown bread create a simple yet irresistible meal you’ll crave from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 6 slices bologna
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
Bread and Spreads:
- 4 slices bread
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) mayonnaise
Garnish and Preparation:
- 2 thick slices tomato
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Create a flavor foundation by generously coating one side of bread slices with creamy mayonnaise, ensuring complete surface coverage.
- Layer cool, juicy tomato slices atop the mayonnaise-coated bread, providing a fresh and vibrant base for the sandwich.
- Crown the tomato with sharp cheddar cheese, allowing its tangy profile to complement the upcoming crispy elements.
- Heat a skillet to medium-high temperature, lightly misting with cooking spray to prevent sticking and promote even browning.
- Carefully score bologna slices with a central ‘X’ cut, which prevents unwanted curling and ensures uniform caramelization during frying.
- Sizzle bologna slices in the hot skillet, transforming them into crispy, golden-edged delicacies by cooking approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Arrange three seared bologna slices onto the cheese-topped bread, creating a hearty and robust sandwich foundation.
- Complete the sandwich construction by delicately positioning the remaining bread slice on top.
- Return the assembled sandwich to the skillet, gently toasting each exterior side until achieving a beautiful golden-brown crispness.
- Serve immediately while cheese remains delightfully melted and textures are at their peak of perfection.
Notes
- Slice the bologna strategically with an ‘X’ to prevent unwanted curling during frying, ensuring even caramelization and a perfect crispy texture.
- Choose a thick-cut bologna for maximum flavor and a satisfying meaty bite that elevates this classic comfort sandwich.
- Caramelize the bologna carefully by frying at medium-high heat, which develops a rich, golden-brown exterior with delightful crispy edges.
- Layer the sandwich with fresh tomato and melty cheddar cheese to add brightness and creamy richness to the classic fried bologna experience.
- Toast the assembled sandwich in the same skillet for an extra crispy exterior and to help melt the cheese perfectly between layers.
- Serve immediately while hot to enjoy the ultimate contrast of crispy meat, melted cheese, and fresh tomato in every delicious bite.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg