Description
When classic comfort food gets a gourmet twist—meet your new cold-weather obsession: the French Onion Grilled Cheese. Imagine sticky-sweet caramelized onions nestled between nutty, melty Gruyère, all hugged by buttery, golden sourdough. It’s basically your favorite soup… transformed into a crunchy, gooey masterpiece. One skillet, simple ingredients, pure cozy magic in under 30 minutes. Ready to turn a snow day (or any day) into something special? Let’s make it happen!
Ingredients
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2 medium yellow or sweet onions, thinly sliced
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½ cup grated Gruyère (or mix Gruyère, cheddar, mozzarella)
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2 slices sturdy bread (sourdough, country white, or rye)
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1 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Kosher salt, to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Caramelize Onions: In a skillet, heat olive oil on medium-low. Add onions + a pinch of salt. Cook low & slow, stirring every 5–7 mins, for 20–25 mins until jammy, deep golden, and sweet. Deglaze with a splash of water if they stick. Transfer to a bowl; wipe out skillet.
2️⃣ Assemble: Sprinkle half the cheese on one bread slice. Top with onions. Add remaining cheese. Cap with second bread slice. Press gently.
3️⃣ Grill: Butter outsides. Heat skillet to medium. Grill 3–4 mins per side until bread is deeply golden & cheese is melted. Cover skillet for 1–2 mins if needed to help melt the cheese.
4️⃣ Serve: Rest 1 min, slice diagonally, and enjoy every gooey, crunchy bite!
Notes
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Add thyme to onions for extra French onion soup vibes.
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Stir in a splash of Worcestershire or red wine for umami.
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Mix cheeses for max melt & flavor.
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Dip in warm veggie broth for a “soup & sandwich” vibe!
Nutrition
- Calories: 480 Per Sandwich
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Protein: 20g