Grilled Cheese with Gouda, Roasted Mushrooms, Onions Delight
Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 4 ounces Gouda cheese, sliced
- 1 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and thyme to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are golden brown and the onion is caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Preheat a separate skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
- Place two slices of bread, butter side down, on the heated skillet. Layer half of the Gouda cheese on each slice.
- Divide the mushroom and onion mixture evenly over the cheese, then top with the remaining slices of Gouda.
- Close the sandwiches with the other two slices of sourdough bread, butter side up.
- Cook for 4-5 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt. Carefully flip the sandwiches and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the second side is golden and the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, slice them in half, and serve hot.
💡 Chef's Notes
Serve the grilled cheese on a rustic wooden board, accompanied by a small bowl of marinara sauce or a side salad for a colorful contrast. Garnish with a sprig of thyme for an elegant touch.