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Grilled Cheese With Caramelized Onions

This Grilled Cheese With Caramelized Onions is a comforting twist on a classic, featuring rich, sweet flavors that will leave you craving more!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium yellow onions peeled and sliced into thin rings
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for caramelizing onions
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/8 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 4 slices whole wheat bread sourdough or whole-grain are also good
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 1/2 teaspoons per slice
  • 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Equipment

  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Start by peeling and slicing the yellow onions into thin rings. This will help them caramelize evenly and blend beautifully with the cheese.
  2. In a skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Stir to coat the onions in the butter.
  3. Once the onions start to soften (after about 5 minutes), add the water and balsamic vinegar. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for another 15-20 minutes until the onions are golden brown and caramelized.
  4. While the onions are caramelizing, spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice of whole wheat bread. Flip the slices over so the mayonnaise side is down. On two of the slices, layer the reduced-fat cheddar cheese and then the caramelized onions. Top with the remaining slices of bread, mayonnaise side up.
  5. In the same skillet used for the onions, place the sandwiches over medium heat. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted. You may want to press down gently with the spatula for even cooking.
  6. Once golden and crispy, remove the sandwiches from the skillet. Cut them in half, serve immediately, and enjoy the melty goodness of your Grilled Cheese With Caramelized Onions!

Notes

  • For a vegan version, replace the butter with vegan butter and use a plant-based cheese alternative.
  • Make sure to keep stirring the onions every few minutes to ensure even cooking.
  • If your grilled cheese isn’t browning, the heat may be too low. Increase it slightly to achieve that golden crust.