Grown Up Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
Make Grown Up Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Cheese
Add-Ins
Method
Preparation
- 1
Caramelize the Onions
In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown and caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Bread
Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of sourdough bread. This will be the outside of the sandwich.
- 3
Grate the Cheese
Grate the aged cheddar and Gruyère cheese using a box grater or food processor, and combine them in a bowl.
Assembly
- 4
Build the Sandwich
On the unbuttered side of two slices of bread, layer half of the cheese mixture, followed by caramelized onions, fresh spinach, and a spoonful of fig jam. Top with the remaining cheese mixture and finish with the second slice of bread, buttered side facing out.
Cooking
- 5
Grill the Sandwich
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the sandwich in the skillet. Grill for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted.
- 6
Serve
Remove the sandwich from the skillet, let it cool for a minute, then slice in half and serve warm.
