GRILLED CHEESE AND PICKLED ONION SANDWICH

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If you're looking to add a little bite to your classic grilled cheese recipe, look no further than pickled onions. We love sandwiching a few inside this sandwich for a touch of acidity and some foodie flair. -Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
8 slices sourdough bread
1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely shredded Manchego or Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed and sliced
1/2 cup pickled pearl onions, halved

Steps:

  • Spread 3 tablespoons butter on 1 side of each slice of bread. Place bread, butter side down, in a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-low heat until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; remove. In a small bowl, combine cheddar, Monterey Jack and Gruyere. In another bowl, mix together remaining 3 tablespoons butter, mayonnaise, Manchego cheese and onion powder., To assemble sandwiches, top toasted side of 4 bread slices with sliced Brie. Sprinkle cheddar cheese mixture evenly over Brie; add pickled onions. Top with remaining bread slices, toasted side facing inward. Spread the butter-mayonnaise mixture on the outsides of each sandwich. Place in same skillet and cook until golden brown and cheese is melted, 5-6 minutes on each side. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 668 calories, Fat 49g fat (27g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1122mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Leon Short
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This sandwich was okay. The pickled onions were a bit too strong for my taste.


KJ McElroy
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I'm not a huge fan of grilled cheese sandwiches, but this one was really good! The pickled onions added a nice tangy flavor.


Joey Manus
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This sandwich was so good! The pickled onions were the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Thomas Reown
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I made this sandwich for lunch today and it was delicious! The pickled onions added a great flavor and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Cody Tyer
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This sandwich was amazing! The combination of the melted cheese, tangy pickled onions, and savory bread was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.