Toasted Roasted Cheese and Onion Sandwich
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Toasted Roasted Cheese and Onion Sandwich, a gourmet twist on a classic favorite. Featuring sharp cheddar cheese and sweet, caramelized onions seasoned with thyme for a hint of herbal aroma, this sandwich is a perfect blend of bold and savory flavors. The buttery, golden-brown bread is crisped to perfection on the outside while the melted cheese oozes deliciously within. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a quick lunch or a cozy dinner. Pair it with a cup of hot soup or a crisp side salad to elevate your meal. Keywords: toasted cheese sandwich, roasted onion, caramelized onion recipe, gourmet grilled cheese, comfort food ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices White or whole-grain sandwich bread
- 4 slices Sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium Red or yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the onion into rings.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add the sliced onions.
Season the onions with salt, black pepper, and thyme (if using), and cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are soft and caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.
Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean surface. Layer each with 2 slices of sharp cheddar cheese and half of the caramelized onions. Top with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up.
Heat a clean skillet or griddle pan over medium-low heat.
Carefully place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and crisp and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, let cool slightly, and cut in halves or quarters before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 81.1 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.7 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 4009 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.7 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 45.5 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1034 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 374 mg | 8% | |
*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.
