Recipe: Roasted Portabella and Mozzarella Melt ππ§
Description:
Indulge in the savory delight of our Roasted Portabella and Mozzarella Melt! This sandwich boasts the irresistible combination of gooey cheese and meaty mushrooms, nestled between slices of crispy, toasted bread. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or snack, this recipe promises to tantalize your taste buds with every bite.
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories per serving: 322.8
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Portabella mushrooms |
| 2 tbsp | Extra virgin olive oil |
| 2 pinches | Sea salt |
| 2 pinches | Fresh ground black pepper |
| – | Pesto sauce |
| 3 cups | Mozzarella cheese |
| 8 slices | Tomatoes |
| 6 slices | Bread |
| 4 tbsp | Margarine |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
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Prepare mushrooms: Rub the portabella mushrooms with olive oil and vinegar, then season with salt and pepper.
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Roast mushrooms: Place the seasoned mushrooms flesh side down on a baking tray and roast for 10-12 minutes, or until they are soft. Once cooled, thinly slice the mushrooms. Do not turn off the oven.
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Prepare sandwiches: Spread pesto sauce on all 8 pieces of bread. Divide the mozzarella cheese evenly on 4 of the bread slices. Layer tomato slices on top of the cheese, followed by the roasted portobello mushroom slices. Complete the sandwiches with the remaining 4 slices of bread.
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Heat skillet: Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Melt the margarine in the skillet.
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Cook sandwiches: Add the sandwiches, two at a time, to the skillet. Cook until browned on one side, placing a heavy object on each sandwich to help it brown evenly. This should take about 2-3 minutes per side.
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Finish in the oven: Transfer the browned sandwiches to a baking sheet and place them in the preheated oven. Bake for an additional 5 minutes to ensure the cheese is melted and the sandwiches are heated through.
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Serve and enjoy: Remove the sandwiches from the oven and serve hot. Each bite is a symphony of flavors and textures that is sure to please your palate.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 322.8
- Fat: 15.7g
- Saturated Fat: 6.8g
- Cholesterol: 33.6mg
- Sodium: 560.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 27.8g
- Fiber: 4.6g
- Sugar: 6.3g
- Protein: 17.8g
Notes:
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite ingredients or swapping out the cheese for your preferred variety.
- For a vegan version, substitute the mozzarella cheese with your favorite plant-based alternative.
- Serve these delicious melts alongside a fresh green salad or a piping hot bowl of soup for a complete meal.
- Store any leftover sandwiches in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat them in the oven or a toaster oven for best results.
