Special Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Elevate your comfort food game with the *Special Grilled Cheese Sandwich*, a gourmet twist on the classic favorite. This irresistible recipe combines the tangy richness of cream cheese with melted Cheddar and Gruyère cheeses for a decadent filling, while savory caramelized onions and a touch of fresh thyme add depth and sophistication to every bite. Nestled between buttery, golden slices of sourdough bread, this sandwich is cooked to crispy perfection in a skillet, creating a warm and gooey masterpiece. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the ultimate indulgence for cheese lovers looking to savor bold flavors and textures. Perfect for two servings of pure bliss, this grilled cheese creation is ideal for a cozy lunch or quick dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 ounces Cheddar cheese
- 2 ounces Gruyère cheese
- 2 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 1 cup Caramelized onions
- 0.5 teaspoons Fresh thyme
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.1 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Grate the Cheddar and Gruyère cheeses and set them aside.
Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of sourdough bread. Ensure the butter is evenly distributed to achieve a crispy and golden crust.
In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme until smooth.
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, in the skillet. Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture on the unbuttered side.
Add a portion of the grated Cheddar and Gruyère cheeses evenly on top of the cream cheese layer. Then, add half of the caramelized onions on top of the cheese.
Top with another slice of bread, buttered side up, to form the sandwich.
Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
Carefully flip the sandwich and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side, until the bread is golden and the cheese is completely melted.
Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing in half.
Repeat the process for the second sandwich.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Special Grilled Cheese Sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1422 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.2 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.0 g | 195% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 215 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 2178 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.6 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.3 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 972 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 751 mg | 16% | |
*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.
