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To make a gourmet grilled cheese with Gouda, roasted mushrooms, and onions, you need a few key ingredients. You will need rustic sourdough bread, Gouda cheese, mushrooms, onions, unsalted butter, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. You can also add fresh thyme for garnish.

Gourmet Grilled Cheese with Gouda, Roasted Mushrooms, and Onions 🧀

Elevate your lunch with this gourmet grilled cheese featuring rich Gouda, savory roasted mushrooms, and sweet caramelized onions. This mouthwatering recipe offers step-by-step guidance from selecting the best ingredients to grilling techniques that create the perfect melt. Get ready to impress your friends and family with a delicious twist on a classic sandwich. Click through to explore all the details and start creating your scrumptious masterpiece!
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Ingredients
  

4 slices of rustic sourdough bread

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

1 cup Gouda cheese, grated

1 cup mushrooms (cremini or portobello), sliced

1 medium onion, thinly sliced

1 teaspoon olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh thyme leaves (for garnish, optional)

Instructions
 

Roast the Mushrooms and Onions: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a baking sheet, toss the sliced mushrooms and onions with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread them out in a single layer and roast for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway, until they are tender and caramelized. Remove from the oven and set aside.

    Prepare the Bread: While the mushrooms and onions are roasting, spread the softened butter evenly on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.

      Assemble the Sandwich: Place two slices of bread butter-side down in a skillet over medium heat. Layer a generous amount of Gouda cheese on each slice. Top with the roasted mushroom and onion mixture, then add an additional layer of Gouda cheese on top before finishing with the remaining bread slices, butter-side up.

        Grill the Sandwich: Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side, until the bread is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the sandwich and grill the other side for another 3-4 minutes, pressing down gently with a spatula to ensure even browning and melting of the cheese.

          Serve: Once both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted, remove the sandwich from the skillet. Let it sit for a minute before slicing in half.

            Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle fresh thyme leaves on top for added aroma and flavor.

              Prep Time: 10 min | Total Time: 40 min | Servings: 2

                - Presentation Tips: Serve the grilled cheese on a wooden cutting board with a side of homemade tomato soup or a simple green salad. For an added touch, drizzle a little balsamic glaze over the top or serve with a sprig of fresh herbs for an elegant flourish.