French Onion Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Bringing new meaning to the phrase “soup and sandwich,” this French onion grilled cheese recipe combines two classics—French onion soup and grilled cheese—into one decadent treat. And it’s a cinch to make. Bon appetit!

30min
Prep time
5min
Cook time
2
Servings
French Onion Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Bringing new meaning to the phrase “soup and sandwich,” this French onion grilled cheese recipe combines two classics—French onion soup and grilled cheese—into one decadent treat. And it’s a cinch to make. Bon appetit!

Bringing new meaning to the phrase “soup and sandwich,” this French onion grilled cheese recipe combines two classics—French onion soup and grilled cheese—into one decadent treat. And it’s a cinch to make. Bon appetit!

30min
Prep time
5min
Cook time
2
Servings

Ingredients:

Grilled cheese with onion in a black pan

Directions:

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon butter and the olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. When foam subsides, add onion; sauté until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low; continue cooking until onion is golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes longer.
  3. Increase heat to high. Add broth to the skillet; cook until liquid has evaporated, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in thyme; season with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread one side of each bread slice with 1-1/2 tablespoons butter, dividing evenly. Place 2 bread slices, in a large cast iron skillet, buttered side down.
  5. Top each with 2 cheese slices. Top with caramelized onions, dividing evenly.
  6. Top each with 1 cheese slice. Cover with remaining bread, buttered side up.
  7. Turn on heat to medium-low. Cook each sandwich until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  8. Place 1 cheese slice on top of each sandwich. Place sandwiches under broiler just until cheese melts.

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Grilled cheese with onion in a black pan