Grilled Goat Cheese Sandwiches

Plain old American cheese is for kids! This grown-up grilled cheese sandwich fits our grown-up taste buds. Grilled Goat Cheese Sandwiches make for an exciting change-of-pace option.

Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 large sweet onion, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 slices Italian or sourdough bread
• 1 (4-ounce) package goat cheese, softened

Instructions

1. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over high heat. Stir in onions, salt, and pepper, and cook 12 to 15 minutes, or until onions are golden, stirring frequently.
    
2. Place 4 slices of bread on a work surface. Evenly spread one quarter of the goat cheese on each slice and evenly top with caramelized onions. Place remaining bread slices on top and brush both sides of sandwiches with the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil.
    
3. Cook in batches in a skillet over medium heat, until golden on both sides and the cheese is melted.