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Grilled Cheese with Gouda, Roasted Mushrooms, and Onions


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  • Author: eliana-quinn
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful twist on the classic comfort food featuring rich Gouda cheese, savory roasted mushrooms, and sweet caramelized onions.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 slices of bread (your choice of sourdough or whole wheat)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup Gouda cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Toss the sliced mushrooms and onions with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the mushrooms and onions evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Butter one side of each slice of bread generously.
  6. Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, into the heated skillet.
  7. Layer with shredded Gouda cheese.
  8. Add the roasted mushrooms and onions on top of the cheese.
  9. Cover with the second slice of bread, buttered side up.
  10. Grill the sandwich for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  11. Remove the sandwich from the skillet, slice in half, and serve warm.

Notes

Experiment with different types of bread for a gourmet twist. Adding cream cheese can enhance creaminess.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg