Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of French onion grilled cheese, a gourmet twist on the traditional comfort food. This savory sandwich features gooey melted gruyere and sharp white cheddar cheeses, perfectly complemented by a rich homemade onion jam. Each bite offers a warm and satisfying embrace, making it ideal for any occasion, from casual lunches to cozy dinners. Simple to prepare with minimal ingredients, this recipe allows you to create something truly special that will impress family and friends alike. Get ready to savor the irresistible combination of flavors in this comforting dish!
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 small onions, sliced
- 1 rosemary sprig
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 thyme sprigs
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup red grape juice
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 8 slices thick-sliced bread
- ½ cup softened butter
- 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and add sliced onions. Include rosemary sprig, bay leaves, and thyme.
- Cook onions for about 15-20 minutes until soft and caramelized. Stir in brown sugar, red grape juice, and balsamic vinegar; simmer for another 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Butter one side of each bread slice, then layer one slice butter-side down in a skillet. Add gruyere cheese, white cheddar cheese, and a generous amount of onion jam. Top with another slice of bread (butter-side up).
- Heat the skillet over medium heat; cook each sandwich for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown before flipping to grill the other side until melted and crispy.
- Slice sandwiches diagonally and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg