Best 6 French Onion Grilled Cheese Recipes

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The french onion grilled cheese is a classic sandwich that combines the flavors of caramelized onions, gooey cheese, and buttery grilled bread. This sandwich is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and it can be made with just a few simple ingredients. In this article, we'll share the best recipe for french onion grilled cheese, complete with tips for making the perfect caramelized onions and choosing the right cheese.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

FRENCH ONION & ROAST BEEF GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH RECIPE - (4.4/5)



French Onion & Roast Beef Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by á-34480

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, sliced
1 teaspoon thyme leaves
Kosher salt
Pepper
4 slices (1/2-inch-thick) rye bread
1 tablespoon unsalted butter or olive oil, melted
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
2 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated
2 slices roast beef

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add onion, season with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper, and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, about 5 - 7 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low, stir in thyme leaves and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown, (add 1 tablespoon water to the skillet if the onions start sticking). Brush one side of each slice of bread with butter or oil. Form sandwiches with the bread, whole-grain mustard, Gruyère cheese, roast beef, and the onion mixture. Cook the sandwiches, covered, until the bread is golden brown and crisp and the cheese has melted, 4 to 5 minutes per side.

FRENCH ONION SOUP GRILLED CHEESE



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one of Top Chef judge Tom Colicchio's sandwich'es from his Wichcraft restaurant. Add lettuce, spinach or anything else you like but its great plain. caramelizing the onions takes time but worth it. (you can also do a double batch and freeze half for another time)

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 slices aged gruyere cheese (minimum)
8 slices rye bread, with caraway seeds
1 large Spanish onion, sliced thinly lengthwise
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Over a medium-high flame, heat the oil and add the onions. Cook them slowly (make sure the heat is high enough that they don't steam) and allow them to gently caramelize, about 30 minutes. Add salt, pepper, and the butter at the end to season.
  • Assemble the sandwich. On a slice of rye, layer cheese, onions, and a second layer of cheese. Cover with the second slice of rye. Place on a panini grill and press. Sandwich is ready when the cheese has melted.

FRENCH ONION GRILLED CHEESE



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Time 20m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, or more as needed
1 Vidalia or sweet onion, diced
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 teaspoon onion powder
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
4 ounces mild Cheddar slices (about 6 slices)
4 ounces Swiss cheese slices (about 6 slices)
6 slices white country bread

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, thyme, onion powder and a pinch of salt and pepper to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions soften and brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the onions to a bowl and leave the skillet on low heat.
  • Place one slice of Cheddar and one slice of Swiss on each piece of bread. Top 3 of the slices with the onion mixture, then sandwich with the other cheesed breads, making 3 sandwiches. Spread about 2 tablespoons butter on the tops of the sandwiches, just enough to cover the tops in a thin layer. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons in the skillet (adding more if it looks dry). Place the sandwiches butter-side up in the skillet. Cook on one side until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes, then flip and cook the buttered side for another 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the skillet and cut crosswise into strips-great for dipping in soup! Serve immediately or keep in a warm oven in aluminum foil until ready to use.

FRENCH ONION SOUP GRILLED CHEESE RECIPE - (4.5/5)



French Onion Soup Grilled Cheese Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-2788

Number Of Ingredients 17

WINE-BRAISED ONIONS:
1 tablespoon each olive oil and butter, for frying
2 slices of French baguette or French bread
1 tablespoon butter, softened
Gruyére cheese, enough to generously cover both slices of bread
1/2 cup wine-braised onions (see recipe below)
Fresh thyme leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
1 small clove garlic per 2 onions
Onions (cook about 3-5 at a time, as you will find many uses for leftover caramelized onions)
Olive oil
Butter
Bay leaf
Fresh thyme
Salt and fresh cracked pepper
Red or white wine
Beef stock, optional

Steps:

  • Heat grape seed oil in frying pan over medium low heat. Add butter and allow to melt. Spread each slice of French bread with softened butter. Add half the shredded cheese to one, pile braised onions on top, sprinkled with fresh thyme leaves, salt and pepper, then add the rest of the cheese. "Close" the sandwich with the other slice of bread, and gently press together. Place the sandwich in the hot pan and cook until bread is toasted brown and cheese has started to melt. Carefully flip the sandwich over in the pan and cook until the other side is toasted brown and cheese has completely melted. Remove the grilled sandwich from the pan and serve. WINE-BRAISED ONIONS: Cut the onions in half lengthwise, then slice thinly again lengthwise. For every 1 large onion, heat about 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large, heavy-bottom pan over medium heat. Add the same amount of butter, allow to melt, then add minced garlic. Allow the garlic to soften (but not color), then add the onions. Stir to coat the garlic and onions in oil+butter, add a bay leaf and a small sprig of thyme, then turn down the heat to medium low (so onions don't burn). Continue to cook the onions until they are soft and deep golden brown, 30-40 minutes (depending on how many onions you cook). Add about ¼ cup red or white wine (doesn't matter), and allow to cook down with the onions, another 5-7 minutes. You can also add beef stock, but I didn't. Remove from heat and set aside enough onions for grilled cheese sandwich. The rest, throw into a pot and make French Onion Soup.

FRENCH ONION GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH



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If you like French onion soup, you'll love these sandwiches. They taste like the best parts of the soup.

Provided by Pamela Rappaport

Categories     Sandwiches

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small onion, sliced
2 tsp oil
1 tsp sugar
2 Tbsp water
1 tsp beef consume concentrate, i use better than bullion
2 c grated gruyere cheese, lightly packed
4 slice bread
2 tsp butter

Steps:

  • 1. Add oil, onion, and sugar to skillet.
  • 2. Cook over low to med low heat until onion begins to caramelize. Stir frequently. Approximately 20 minutes.
  • 3. Once onion begins to caramelize, add beef concentrate and water. Cook until water evaporates and remove from skillet.
  • 4. Butter bread and place two pieces butter side down in skillet.
  • 5. Spread half of the cheese on the bread.
  • 6. Top with half of the onions.
  • 7. Add the rest of the cheese and top with the other two pieces of buttered bread.
  • 8. Grill on medium to medium low until golden brown on one side.
  • 9. Flip and grill until other side is golden brown.

FRENCH ONION SOUP GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES RECIPE - (4.5/5)



French Onion Soup Grilled Cheese Sandwiches Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-43854

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium to large yellow onions, sliced 1/4-inch thick
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoon beer
4 slices sourdough bread
1/2 cup grated apple smoked gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil together. Add in the onions and stir so they are coated in all the fat. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes. Stir and add in the salt, pepper, sugar and thyme. Stir, cover the pan with a lid and let cook. Stir occasionally until the onions are soft and a deep golden in color. Reduce the heat if you notice the onions are browning too soon. Add in the beer and scrape any bits that accumulate on the bottom of the skillet and then remove them off of the heat. On a preheated griddle or large skillet; place a slice of buttered bread (butter side down) and top it with a little shredded smoked Gruyere. Add half of the onion mixture and then more of the cheese. Top with a second slice of buttered bread (butter side up). Flip when the bottom is crispy and golden, repeat on second side. Cut in half, serve and enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cheeses for a complex flavor. A combination of Gruyère, Emmental, and fontina is a classic choice, but you can also use other cheeses like cheddar, mozzarella, or Gouda.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of bread. A sourdough or rye bread will give your grilled cheese a more rustic flavor, while a white bread will make it more classic.
  • Spread a thin layer of butter on the outside of the bread before grilling. This will help it to brown evenly and give it a crispy texture.
  • Cook the grilled cheese over medium heat so that the cheese has time to melt all the way through without burning the bread.
  • Serve the grilled cheese immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tomato soup, French onion soup, or ranch dressing.

Conclusion:

A French onion grilled cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With its combination of melted cheese, caramelized onions, and crispy bread, it is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful sandwich, give this French onion grilled cheese a try.

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