Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of French Onion Grilled Cheese, a gourmet twist on a classic sandwich that combines rich, gooey cheeses with sweet caramelized onions. This comforting dish brings the warmth of French onion soup into a scrumptious handheld form, making it perfect for any occasion—from cozy dinners at home to gatherings with friends. The blend of gruyere and white cheddar creates an irresistible flavor profile, while the addition of onion jam elevates each bite. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have this satisfying sandwich ready in no time!
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 8 Small Onions (Sliced)
- 1 Rosemary Sprig
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 3 Thyme Sprigs
- ½ cup Brown Sugar
- ½ cup red grape juice
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 10.5 ounce can French Onion Soup
- 8 slices Thick Sliced Bread
- ½ cup Butter (Softened)
- 1 cup Gruyere Cheese (Shredded)
- 1 cup White Cheddar Cheese (Shredded)
- Onion Jam
- 3 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until soft and golden brown (20-25 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Stir in rosemary, bay leaves, thyme, brown sugar, red grape juice, and balsamic vinegar. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened, then remove herbs.
- Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of bread. On the unbuttered side, layer gruyere cheese, white cheddar cheese, onion jam, and caramelized onion mixture.
- Grill sandwiches butter-side down in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Sprinkle grated Parmesan on top during the last cooking minute.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing in half and serving with extra onion jam if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg