Description
Indulge in the seasonal flavors of our Caramelized Onion and Apple Grilled Cheese Sandwich. This gourmet twist on a classic combines sweet caramelized onions, crisp honeycrisp apples, and a rich blend of cheddar and brie cheeses. With the addition of sage butter, each bite is a harmonious blend of savory and sweet, making it perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings with friends. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough to serve guests, this sandwich is your go-to comfort food for fall.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 1 honeycrisp apple (thinly sliced)
- 2 large yellow onions (sliced)
- 8 oz cheddar cheese (grated)
- 2 oz brie cheese (sliced)
- 1 tbsp fresh sage (chopped)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- Olive oil
- Kosher salt
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions, season with salt, and cook for about 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Make Sage Butter: In a bowl, mix chopped sage with 4 tablespoons softened butter and salt until well combined.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Layer brie and cheddar on one slice of sourdough, add apple slices and caramelized onions, then top with another slice of cheese and another piece of bread spread with sage butter.
- Cook: Heat olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Grill sandwiches on both sides for about 6 minutes each or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg