Ingredients
– 4 slices of thick-cut bacon
– 1 large onion, thinly sliced
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt, to taste
– Pepper, to taste
– 2 slices of your favorite bread (sourdough, ciabatta, or whole grain)
– Optional: cheese (cheddar, gouda, or blue cheese) for extra flavor
– Optional: fresh greens (arugula or spinach) for added freshness
– Optional: mustard or mayo for additional flavor
Instructions
Making The Best Bacon Sandwich with Caramelized Onions is straightforward. Just follow these simple steps:
1. Cook the Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon and set it aside on a paper towel to drain excess grease.
2. Caramelize the Onions: In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the butter and olive oil. Once melted, add the thinly sliced onions. Season with a pinch of salt. Cook gently for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn soft and golden brown. You can add a bit of sugar to accelerate the caramelization if desired.
3. Toast the Bread: While the onions are caramelizing, toast your bread slices in a toaster or another skillet until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Assemble the Sandwich: On one slice of toasted bread, layer the crispy bacon. Top with the caramelized onions, making sure to spread them evenly.
5. Add Cheese: If desired, add slices of cheese over the onions. You can place the assembled sandwich back to the skillet to melt the cheese slightly for a gooey effect.
6. Season to Taste: Sprinkle some freshly cracked pepper over the cheese, and add any extras like greens or spreads if you wish.
7. Top It Off: Place the second slice of toast on top to complete your sandwich.
8. Cook or Press Down: If you want a grilled effect, gently press down on the sandwich and cook for another minute or two on each side until golden and crispy.
9. Slice and Serve: Cut the sandwich in half for easy handling and serve immediately while warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sandwiches
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Fat: 40g
- Protein: 25g