Description
A comforting and elevated twist on the classic grilled cheese, featuring caramelized onions and melty Gruyère for a rich, savory sandwich experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of bread (sourdough or country loaf)
- 4 slices of cheese (e.g., Gruyère, Swiss, or sharp cheddar)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter and add the sliced onions. Cook until the onions are caramelized, about 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a separate pan or griddle and add olive oil.
- Assemble the sandwiches by placing cheese and caramelized onions between two slices of bread.
- Grill the sandwich on the pan until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, flipping once.
- Remove from heat, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
For a tangy lift, add 1 teaspoon of balsamic vinegar to the onions while caramelizing. For a dairy-free option, substitute butter and cheese with vegan alternatives. Best served with a bowl of tomato soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg