Gourmet Pear Apple Grilled Cheese
A cozy and impressive twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich featuring sweet apples and pears, savory caramelized onions, and melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- 1 pear, thinly sliced
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and caramelize until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, heat another skillet or griddle.
- Layer cheese, apple slices, pear slices, and caramelized onions between two slices of bread.
- Grill the sandwich on both sides until golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- Season with salt and pepper, slice, and enjoy!
Notes
For the best flavor, use really ripe fruit. Experiment with different cheese types like brie or gouda for a unique taste. A layer of nuts may add crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: grilled cheese, gourmet sandwich, caramelized onions, apple, pear