Not Your Mother's Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Take your grilled cheese game to the next level with "Not Your Mother's Grilled Cheese Sandwich," a gourmet twist on the nostalgic classic. This decadent recipe layers buttery sourdough bread with a luscious blend of sharp cheddar, creamy Gruyère, and tangy cream cheese for the ultimate melt. But it doesn't stop there—crispy thick-cut bacon, caramelized onions, a hint of honey, and optional thyme add layers of indulgent flavor and texture. Perfectly golden and packed with oozy, savory goodness, this elevated sandwich is ready in just 30 minutes and is sure to impress at lunch, dinner, or even as a midnight snack. Perfect for cheese lovers seeking an unforgettable upgrade to their comfort food favorites!
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Ingredients
- 4 slices Sourdough bread
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 4 slices Thick-cut bacon, cooked until crispy
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10-12 minutes or until caramelized and golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix together the shredded cheddar cheese, shredded Gruyère cheese, and softened cream cheese until well combined.
Step 3
Butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread. The buttered side will be the exterior of the sandwich.
Step 4
Spread the cheese mixture evenly on the unbuttered side of two slices of bread.
Step 5
Top the cheese mixture with caramelized onions, a drizzle of honey, crispy bacon slices, and thyme leaves (if using). Place the remaining slices of bread on top, buttered side facing out.
Step 6
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted.
Step 7
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let rest for 1 minute. Slice in half and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (640.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1958.1 |
| Total Fat 130.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 66.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 354.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3423.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 121.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.4g | |
| Protein 89.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 36IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1481.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 718.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories