Emmental Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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Rakovine Apao (@thatpetitefoodie)

A delicious grilled cheese sandwich featuring French origin Emmental cheese, complemented by caramelized onions and garlic butter.

Emmental Grilled Cheese Sandwich recipe

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Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
30min

Ingredients

2 Servings
(1 serving = 1 sandwich)

Caramelized Onions

  • medium onions
    medium onions
    2
  • butter
    butter
    1tbsp
  • salt
    salt
    1pinch
  • sugar
    sugar
    1pinch
  • water or stock
    water or stock
    1/4cup

Garlic Butter

  • garlic
    garlic
    1clove
  • salt
    salt
    1pinch
  • oregano
    oregano
    1pinch
  • chopped coriander
    chopped coriander
    1bundle
  • butter
    butter
    2tbsp

Sandwich Assembly

  • slices bread
    slices bread
    2
  • slices French origin Emmental cheese
    slices French origin Emmental cheese
    2

How to make Emmental Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Caramelize the Onions

  1. Step 1

    Slice the onions and sauté them in butter with a pinch of salt and sugar until browned.

  2. Step 2

    Once browned, add water or stock and let it reduce.

Prepare the Garlic Butter

  1. Step 1

    Mix minced garlic, salt, oregano, and chopped coriander with butter.

Assemble the Sandwich

  1. Step 1

    Spread garlic butter on both sides of the bread slices.

  2. Step 2

    Layer one slice of bread with caramelized onions and Emmental cheese, then top with another slice of bread.

  3. Step 3

    Toast the sandwich until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

112.0kcal (5.6%)

Protein

0.3g (0.5%)

Carbs

0.8g (0.27%)

Sugars

0.3g (0.5%)

Healthy Fat

4.0g

Unhealthy Fat

8.5g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of your favorite herbs to the garlic butter.

  2. Use a non-stick skillet for easier flipping and to prevent the sandwich from sticking.

FAQS

  1. Can I use a different type of cheese?

    Yes, you can substitute Emmental cheese with other melting cheeses like Gruyère or cheddar.

  2. How can I make this sandwich vegan?

    You can use vegan butter and a plant-based cheese alternative.

  3. What can I serve with this sandwich?

    This sandwich pairs well with a side salad or a bowl of soup.

  4. Can I prepare the caramelized onions in advance?

    Yes, you can caramelize the onions ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator for up to three days.

  5. How do I know when the sandwich is done?

    The sandwich is done when it is golden brown on both sides and the cheese is melted.

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