Grilled Cheese with Gouda, Roasted Mushrooms and Onions Recipe
A delicious grilled cheese sandwich featuring creamy shredded Gouda cheese, perfectly roasted mushrooms and sweet onions, all nestled between buttery toasted bread slices for a crispy, flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms (about 1/4-inch thickness)
- 1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
Sandwich
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 slices of your favorite bread, thickly sliced
- 1 cup shredded Gouda cheese
Instructions
- Roast the vegetables: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the sliced mushrooms and onions in olive oil, ensuring each piece is well coated. Season with salt and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet, leaving space between pieces to prevent steaming, then roast until golden brown and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
- Prepare the cheese: While the vegetables roast, shred the Gouda cheese using a cheese grater to ensure it melts evenly and achieves a creamy texture.
- Prepare the bread: Choose your favorite thick-sliced bread, which will hold the fillings well without becoming soggy, providing a pleasant crunch.
- Butter the bread: Melt the unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Brush one side of each bread slice with melted butter to help create a golden, crispy crust during grilling.
- Assemble the sandwich: On the unbuttered side of a bread slice, layer shredded Gouda cheese, then add a generous amount of the roasted mushrooms and onions. Top with more shredded Gouda, then place another slice of bread on top, buttered side facing out.
- Grill the sandwich: Place the assembled sandwich in the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula to enhance crispiness, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted thoroughly.
- Serve: Remove the sandwich from the skillet and cut in half for easy handling. Serve immediately to enjoy the warm, melty cheese combined with the savory roasted vegetables and crisp bread.
Notes
- Make sure to spread the mushrooms and onions in a single layer when roasting to avoid steaming and to get a nice caramelization.
- Using shredded Gouda cheese instead of pre-sliced allows for better melting and creamier texture.
- Butter the bread generously to ensure an even, golden crust when grilling.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and taste, as the sandwich can become soggy if it sits too long.
- You can add a pinch of fresh thyme or rosemary to the vegetables before roasting for an herbal twist.
Keywords: Grilled Cheese, Gouda, Roasted Mushrooms, Roasted Onions, Sandwich, Comfort Food
