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Caramelized Onion & Apple Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Caramelized Onion & Apple Grilled Cheese Sandwich Bliss

Discover the deliciousness of Caramelized Onion & Apple Grilled Cheese Sandwich, transforming a classic into a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course LUNCH
Cuisine American
Servings 2 sandwiches
Calories 650 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Small bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Bread

  • 4 slices Sourdough Bread Can substitute with whole grain or gluten-free bread.

For the Filling

  • 2 tbsp Fresh Sage Can replace with thyme or omit.
  • 1 large Honeycrisp Apple Swap with Granny Smith for tartness.
  • 2 medium Yellow Onions Can replace with red onions.
  • 8 oz Cheddar Cheese, grated Use a mix of cheeses or non-dairy.
  • 2 oz Brie Cheese, sliced Substitute with cream cheese if desired.

For Cooking

  • 6 tbsp Unsalted Butter Use salted butter and reduce added salt.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Coconut oil can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tsp Kosher Salt Use sea salt if unavailable.

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Slice two yellow onions into ½ inch half moons, and caramelize in a skillet. Add unsalted butter and stir for about 10 minutes, then add salt and continue cooking until golden brown for 30-40 minutes.
  • Prepare sage butter by combining 4 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter with chopped sage and kosher salt in a small bowl, mixing until evenly distributed.
  • Assemble the sandwich with two slices of sourdough. Spread brie cheese on one slice, followed by grated cheddar, sliced apples, caramelized onions, and another layer of cheddar. Close the sandwich.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet and grill the sandwich buttered-side down. Spread sage butter on top, grilling until golden brown, then flip and repeat.
  • Remove from the skillet, let cool for a minute, slice diagonally, and serve warm.

Notes

Serve with a light salad or warm soup for a complete meal. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze ungrilled sandwiches for 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg
Keyword apple, caramelized onion, comfort food, fall recipe, Grilled cheese, sandwich
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