Description
A soul-satisfying grilled cheese sandwich, featuring crispy beef bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and a blend of sharp cheddar and mozzarella, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices beef bacon
- 1 large sweet onion, sliced
- 4 slices rustic sourdough bread
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the onions and beef bacon. Grate or slice your cheese.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt a tablespoon of butter. Add the onions, season lightly with salt, and cook until golden brown, about 15–20 minutes.
- Add the beef bacon to the skillet and cook until crispy, removing it from the heat afterward.
- Butter the outside of two slices of bread. Layer cheese, caramelized onions, beef bacon, and more cheese between the slices.
- Cook the sandwich in the skillet on medium-low heat until golden, about 4–5 minutes per side.
- Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve with a dipping sauce or salad.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the onions while caramelizing. Avoid using high heat to ensure the cheese melts perfectly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: grilled cheese, beef bacon, caramelized onions, comfort food, easy recipe