Grown Up Grilled Cheese
Elevate your sandwich game with this "Grown Up Grilled Cheese," a gourmet take on the classic comfort food that’s perfect for lunch or an indulgent dinner. Crafted with artisan sourdough bread, layers of sharp cheddar and nutty Gruyère cheese melt together to create a rich, gooey center. This irresistible twist features savory caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and a fresh burst of baby arugula, balanced with a touch of Dijon mustard for a tangy kick. The secret to its golden, crispy crust? A duo of butter and mayo spread on the bread before grilling to perfection. Ready in just 20 minutes, this elevated grilled cheese sandwich pairs beautifully with a bowl of tomato soup or a crisp side salad for a satisfying, grown-up treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 slices Gruyère cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons mayonnaise
- 1 cup caramelized onions
- 0.5 cup baby arugula
- 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
- 4 cooked bacon slices
Instructions
Gather all the ingredients and preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread and a thin layer of mayonnaise on the other side.
On the mayonnaise side of two slices, spread 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard each.
Layer 1 slice of cheddar cheese and 1 slice of Gruyère cheese on the mustard-spread slices of bread.
Evenly divide the caramelized onions and cooked bacon slices over the cheese on each sandwich.
Add a small handful of baby arugula on top of the bacon layer.
Top each sandwich with the remaining slices of bread, butter side up, to form sandwiches.
Place the sandwiches on the preheated skillet, butter-side down. Press slightly with a spatula and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the bottom slices are golden brown.
Carefully flip the sandwiches and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, let them rest for 1-2 minutes, and slice in half before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.2 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.4 g | 197% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 247 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 2702 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.0 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 64.7 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1095 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 776 mg | 17% | |
*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.
