Gourmet Grilled Cheese

Elevate your sandwich game with this decadent Gourmet Grilled Cheese recipe, a mouthwatering upgrade on the classic comfort food. Built on the rich foundation of thick-cut sourdough bread, this sandwich layers sharp cheddar and nutty Gruyère cheeses for the ultimate melty, gooey interior. What sets it apart? A luscious spread of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and fragrant thyme, paired with the sweet-savory depth of caramelized onions. Each slice is buttered to golden perfection on a skillet, creating a crispy, flavorful crust while sealing in all that cheesy goodness. Perfect as a quick yet indulgent meal, this gourmet twist on grilled cheese will redefine your definition of delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices Thick-cut sourdough bread
• 2 slices Sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 slices Gruyère cheese
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons Caramelized onions
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and fresh thyme leaves to create a flavorful spread.

Step 2

Spread one side of each sourdough bread slice with the prepared mayonnaise mixture.

Step 3

Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.

Step 4

Butter the opposite side of each bread slice with 1/2 tablespoon of butter per slice.

Step 5

Lay two slices of bread, buttered side down, onto the skillet. Place one slice of cheddar cheese and one slice of Gruyère cheese on top of each bread slice.

Step 6

Evenly distribute the caramelized onions over the cheese, then top with the remaining bread slices, mayonnaise side facing up.

Step 7

Cook for 4-5 minutes on one side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and the cheese starts to melt.

Step 8

Flip each sandwich carefully and continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes, allowing the other side to become golden brown and the cheese fully melted.

Step 9

Remove from the skillet, let cool for 1-2 minutes, and slice in half before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	422.6 grams (422.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1420

Total Fat 76.20g	98%
Saturated Fat 37.60g	188%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.90g
Cholesterol 192mg	64%
Sodium 2156mg	94%
Total Carbohydrate 132.00g	48%
Dietary Fiber 8.60g	31%
Total Sugars 6.70g
Protein 49.80g	100%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 1005mg	77%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 305mg	6%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.5%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 37.4%