Description
A warm, melty, comforting Cheese and Onion Sandwich made with cheddar, thin sliced onions, and golden toasted bread for the perfect quick meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices bread
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon softened butter
- 1 teaspoon mayonnaise (optional)
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
- Combine shredded cheese, sliced onions, and a pinch of pepper in a bowl.
- Lightly butter the skillet or brush it with oil.
- Spread mayonnaise on bread slices if using, then add the cheese and onion mixture and top with the second slice.
- Cook the sandwich for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and melty.
- Let the sandwich rest for 30 seconds so the filling settles.
- Slice and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for the smoothest melt.
- Toast on medium heat to avoid burning the bread.
- Thin onion slices help the flavors blend better.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg