Description

A warm, golden grilled cheese filled with sweet caramelized onions, rich fig jam, and sharp melted cheddar. This savory-sweet sandwich delivers a comforting yet slightly gourmet twist on the classic grilled cheese.

Ingredients

4 slices sourdough bread

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese

1/2 cup fig jam

2 large onions, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Thinly slice the onions so they cook evenly.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and salt and cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden brown.
Stir the fig jam into the caramelized onions and cook for another 2–3 minutes to combine the flavors, then remove from heat.
Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
On the unbuttered side of two slices, spread the caramelized onion and fig mixture evenly.
Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese over the onion mixture.
Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing outward.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the sandwiches in the pan.
Cook for 4–5 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese has melted.
Remove from the skillet, let cool for a minute, slice in half, and serve warm.

Notes

Gruyère cheese can be substituted for cheddar for a nuttier flavor.

Add fresh thyme while caramelizing the onions for extra depth.

Spread a thin layer of cream cheese inside the sandwich for extra richness.

Arugula can be added just before serving for a fresh peppery crunch.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in an airtight container.

Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat to restore crispiness.

Whole grain or gluten-free bread can be used as a substitute for sourdough.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grill
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 12 g
Sodium: 420 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 36 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 12 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg