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Caramelized Onion Grilled Cheese


 Caramelized onion grilled cheese turns a simple sandwich into something deeper and sweeter. The onions take time, but the rest is very easy.

Recipe Snapshot

  • Prep time: 10 minutes
  • Cook time: 35 minutes
  • Serves: 2
  • Best for: comfort lunches, melty sandwiches, slow onions

Ingredients

  • 2 onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 slices bread
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • Pickles for serving

Method

  1. Cook onions slowly in butter and oil until deep golden.
  2. Spread bread with a thin layer of Dijon.
  3. Add cheese and caramelized onions.
  4. Cook sandwiches in a skillet until crisp and melted.
  5. Rest for 1 minute before slicing.

Kitchen Notes

Low heat is the secret for onions; rushing them makes them burn before they sweeten.

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