Grilled Cheese Grows Up
Take your comfort food game to the next level with "Grilled Cheese Grows Up," a gourmet twist on the classic sandwich that's bursting with bold flavors and elevated ingredients. Featuring crispy, golden-brown sourdough bread enveloping a luscious duo of sharp cheddar and Gruyère cheeses, this recipe adds a sophisticated flair with sweet, caramelized onions infused with fresh thyme. A touch of Dijon mustard brings a zesty kick, while fresh baby arugula adds a peppery brightness to balance the richness. Perfectly cooked on a hot skillet, these melty sandwiches are ideal for a cozy lunch or indulgent dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes, this elevated grilled cheese is a must-try for cheese lovers and food enthusiasts alike. Tags: gourmet grilled cheese, elevated comfort food, caramelized onions, sourdough bread recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices Gruyère cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup baby arugula
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Slice the yellow onion thinly.
Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced onion to the skillet, sprinkle with salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens and turns golden brown (about 10-12 minutes).
Stir in the fresh thyme leaves and cook for an additional minute. Remove the caramelized onions from the skillet and set aside.
Spread 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
On the non-buttered side of two slices of bread, spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard.
Layer 2 slices of sharp cheddar and 2 slices of Gruyère cheese on each mustard-spread slice.
Divide the caramelized onions evenly and layer them over the cheese, followed by a handful of baby arugula.
Place the remaining two slices of bread on top, buttered side facing out.
Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
Carefully place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side. Press down gently with a spatula to help the cheese meld with the other ingredients.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, let rest for 1 minute, and cut in half before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1962 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.5 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.1 g | 366% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 374 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 3387 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.5 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 80.2 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1960 mg | 151% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 530 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
