Caramelised Onion and Cheese Sandwiches
A sweet and savoury sandwich with perfectly caramelised onions and sharp cheese
Equipment
- 1 Sandwich Press
Ingredients
For the Caramelised Onions
- 5-6 Large Onions
- 1 Tbsp Butter
- ½ tsp Salt
- 3 Tbsp White Sugar
For the Sandwiches
- 4 Slices Sandwich Bread
- 2 Tbsp Softened Butter
- ½ Cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- ¼ Cup Mozzarella
- ½ tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
Caramelised Onions:
- Prepare the onions by slicing into ½ cm thick slices.
- Heat butter in a large non-stick pan on medium-low heat.
- Add the onions a few handfuls at a time so as to not crowd the pan.
- Once all the onions have been added turn the heat down to low and add the salt.
- Stir the onions occasionally so they don’t burn.
- After 15 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the sugar over the onions.
- Continue to cook for another 30-35 minutes until onions are caramelised.
Sandwiches
- Turn the tandoor/sandwich press on and allow it to heat while you prepare the sandwiches.
- Grate and mix both types of cheese together.
- Generously butter the outer sides of the bread.
- Add a layer of cheese and grind black peppercorns over it.
- Add an even layer of caramelised onions
- Top with more cheese and black pepper.
- Grill for 2 - 2 ½ minutes on the tandoor/sandwich press or until the tops are golden brown.
- Remove the sandwich with a silicone spatula.
- Serve the sandwich with your choice of sides and enjoy!