Description
Hearty mushroom sandwich melts deliver comfort wrapped in golden, crispy bread with melted cheese hugging savory sautéed mushrooms. Gourmet flavors and simple ingredients merge into a quick lunch that satisfies hungry souls craving warmth and deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 250 grams (12 pounds) mushrooms, sliced
- 8 slices sourdough bread
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
- 1 cup mature or sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Seasoning and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Fats and Oils:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Extra butter for grilling
Instructions
- Sauté sliced mushrooms in olive oil over medium-high heat until they turn golden and caramelize, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Introduce butter, minced garlic, optional chili flakes, and dried oregano to the pan. Allow ingredients to infuse and become aromatic for 2-3 minutes.
- Enhance mushroom mixture with fresh lemon juice, salt, and ground pepper. Mix thoroughly and reserve.
- Create a cheese blend by combining mozzarella and cheddar varieties in a separate container.
- Arrange sourdough bread slices and construct layered sandwiches by distributing cheese mixture and sautéed mushrooms between bread pieces.
- Generously coat exterior of each sandwich with softened butter for optimal grilling.
- Position sandwiches in a preheated skillet over medium temperature, flipping periodically to ensure even browning and complete cheese melting, which typically requires 4-5 minutes per side.
- Present immediately while warm, ensuring crispy exterior and gooey interior.
Notes
- Swap sourdough with gluten-free bread for a celiac-friendly version that maintains the same delicious texture and flavor profile.
- Incorporate nutritional yeast instead of cheese to create a vegan alternative that delivers a rich, savory taste for plant-based eaters.
- Use low-fat cheese and olive oil spray to reduce calories while preserving the sandwich’s indulgent melt-in-your-mouth experience.
- Try different mushroom varieties like shiitake or oyster mushrooms to add complexity and depth to the sandwich’s umami flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg