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Fried Bologna Sandwich

A Southern comfort staple featuring crisp pan-fried bologna slices with melted American cheese and tangy condiments on toasted bread.

11 minEasyServes 1540 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 3 slices thick-cut bologna, scored
  • 2 slices white bread
  • 1 slice American cheese
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. 1

    Spread 1 tbsp softened unsalted butter on one side of each white bread slice.

  2. 2

    Toast 2 slices white bread butter-side down in a skillet over medium heat until golden, then set aside.

  3. 3

    Place 3 slices scored thick-cut bologna into the skillet and cook for 2 minutes per side until crisp around the edges and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.

  4. 4

    Top thick-cut bologna with 1 slice American cheese and heat for 30 seconds until melted.

  5. 5

    Spread 1 tbsp mayonnaise and 1 tbsp yellow mustard on the unbuttered sides of the toast, stack thick-cut bologna inside, and serve.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Fried Bologna Sandwich reach?

For Fried Bologna Sandwich, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I make Fried Bologna Sandwich dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Fried Bologna Sandwich is 1 slice American cheese, 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor); the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Fried Bologna Sandwich gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Fried Bologna Sandwich is 2 slices white bread. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Fried Bologna Sandwich contain eggs?

Yes: 1 tbsp mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Fried Bologna Sandwich?

One serving (the recipe makes 1) is about 540 calories, with 22 g protein, 34 g carbohydrate and 35 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 1450 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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