Pear Apple Grilled Cheese with Caramelized Onions
This Pear Apple Grilled Cheese with Caramelized Onions brings a delightful balance of sweet and savory in every bite.
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Resting Time: 1 minute minute
Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Apple, Caramelized Onions, comfort food, Easy Recipe, grilled cheese, Pear
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Calories: 520kcal
For the Bread
- 2 slices Sourdough bread Sturdy bread for a crispy texture
For the Caramelized Onions
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter Perfect for sautéing
- 2 medium Sweet onions Enhances the savory notes
For the Filling
- 1 medium Pear Adds a juicy sweetness
- 1 medium Apple Tart or sweet variety
- 3 ounces Brie cheese Melts beautifully
- 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese Robust flavor
- to taste Salt Enhances all flavors
Cooking Steps
In a skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, toss in 2 sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally for about 20-25 minutes, until caramelized and golden brown.
While the onions are cooking, thinly slice 1 pear and 1 apple. Keep the skins on for added texture and flavor.
Lay out 2 slices of sourdough. Spread brie cheese on one slice and shredded cheddar on the other. Pile on the sliced pear and apple, then finish with caramelized onions before topping with the second slice of bread.
In the same skillet, add a touch more butter and set the heat to medium-low. Grill the sandwich for about 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing down slightly until the bread is golden brown and the cheese melts.
Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it rest for a minute. Then slice in half and enjoy!
Allow time for the onions to caramelize properly for the best flavor. Consider serving with a light salad or soup.
Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 720mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg