Swiss Mushroom Melt Sandwich: The Ultimate Recipe
Indulge in the Swiss Mushroom Melt Sandwich, a delightful comfort food that combines savory sautéed mushrooms, sweet caramelized onions, and gooey Swiss cheese, all nestled between crispy sourdough bread. This sandwich is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, offering a taste of gourmet goodness without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large yellow onions
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms
- 4 ounces Swiss cheese
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- For the caramelized onions: Slice the onions and cook them slowly in olive oil and butter over medium-low heat for 30-45 minutes until golden brown. Add brown sugar and balsamic vinegar, seasoning with salt and pepper, then set aside.
- For the sautéed mushrooms: In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and cook over medium-high heat until browned (about 8-10 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and fresh thyme, cooking for an additional minute.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Butter one side of each slice of sourdough and layer half of the cheese on one side. Top with caramelized onions and sautéed mushrooms, followed by more cheese before topping with another slice of bread.
- Grill until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 55mg