Ingredients
– 4 slices of thick bread (sourdough or your choice)
– 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
– 1 teaspoon sugar
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or a cheese of your choice)
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– Optional: fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Making French Onion Grilled Cheese is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Caramelize the Onions: In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and golden brown.
2. Prepare the Bread: While the onions are cooking, prepare your bread. Lay out the slices on a clean surface.
3. Add Cheese: On one slice of bread, layer a generous amount of Gruyère cheese followed by a layer of caramelized onions. Top with mozzarella cheese and another slice of bread.
4. Grill the Sandwich: In the same skillet, add a bit more butter if necessary and place the assembled sandwich on the skillet. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
5. Serve: Once grilled to perfection, remove the sandwich from the skillet and cut it in half. Optionally, garnish with fresh thyme or parsley.
6. Repeat: If making more than one sandwich, repeat the grilling process with the remaining ingredients.
These steps will guide you to create a French Onion Grilled Cheese that is both delicious and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sandwiches
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 24g