Description
Indulge in the warm, gooey goodness of this Scrumptious Pear & Apple Grilled Cheese with Caramelized Onions. Each bite features the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and cheesy flavors that make this sandwich an irresistible comfort food choice. With tender slices of pear and apple layered between sharp cheddar and creamy gorgonzola, all grilled to golden perfection, this dish is ideal for cozy evenings or casual gatherings. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or warm soup for a delightful meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 1 medium ripe pear (Bosc or Anjou), thinly sliced
- 1 medium Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup pear gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium sweet onion (Vidalia), thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- 1. **Caramelize the Onions**: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add the sliced onion and cook until soft and golden brown (15-20 minutes). Stir in balsamic vinegar towards the end.
- 2. **Prepare the Fruits**: While onions caramelize, wash and slice pears and apple; set aside.
- 3. **Assemble the Sandwich**: Layer cheddar cheese on one side of each slice of bread. Add caramelized onions followed by pear and apple slices. Top with gorgonzola cheese before closing the sandwich.
- 4. **Grill the Sandwich**: In the same skillet, add more butter if necessary. Grill the assembled sandwich over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- 5. **Serve**: Cut in half diagonally and serve warm with a side salad or soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (175g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg