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Pear, Caramelized Onion & Gruyère Grilled Cheese

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A cozy, gourmet grilled cheese sandwich featuring caramelized onions, juicy pear slices, and nutty Gruyère melted between crisp, buttery sourdough. A perfect sweet-savory combo for fall lunches or dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 slices sourdough or rustic bread
  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook slowly, stirring often, for 20–25 minutes, until onions are golden and caramelized. Set aside.
  2. Butter one side of each bread slice.
  3. On the unbuttered side, layer caramelized onions, sliced pears, shredded Gruyère, and a sprinkle of fresh thyme. Season lightly with black pepper.
  4. Top with another slice of bread, buttered side facing out.
  5. Heat a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the pan and cook 3–4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden and the cheese is fully melted.
  6. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm pears for the best texture and flavor balance.
  • Gruyère can be substituted with Fontina or sharp white cheddar.
  • To save time, caramelize onions in advance and refrigerate.
  • Press the sandwich slightly with a spatula while grilling for even browning and melting.

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Keywords: grilled cheese, pear sandwich, caramelized onion, Gruyère grilled cheese, savory-sweet sandwich

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