Description
A deliciously rich grilled cheese sandwich featuring creamy Gouda cheese paired with savory roasted mushrooms and sweet roasted onions, perfectly golden and buttery on the outside.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced (the sweeter, the better)
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 slices bread of choice
- 1 cup Gouda cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the vegetables.
- Prepare the vegetables: On a baking sheet, toss the sliced mushrooms and onions with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread them evenly and roast in the oven for about 20 minutes, or until they’re browned and caramelized to your liking.
- Melt the butter: Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 4 tablespoons of butter to prepare for grilling the sandwiches.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Take one slice of bread and layer it first with shredded Gouda cheese, then roasted mushrooms and onions, followed by another layer of Gouda cheese. Top with the second slice of bread and press lightly to hold it together.
- Grill the sandwiches: Briefly dip each sandwich in the melted butter to coat both sides. Place them in the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes on one side until lightly browned, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve immediately: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, slice in half, and serve hot for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use a sweeter onion variety such as Vidalia for a milder, sweeter flavor.
- Feel free to substitute Gouda with other melty cheeses like Havarti or Fontina if preferred.
- To add a crunchy texture, sprinkle some toasted nuts inside the sandwich before grilling.
- For a richer flavor, mix a little garlic powder into the butter before melting.
- Leftover sandwiches can be reheated in a skillet to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Roasting and Frying
- Cuisine: American
