Description
A delightful sandwich combining sautéed mushrooms, Swiss cheese, and toasted bread, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp butter (plus extra for bread)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms (Portobello, Cremini, or Shiitake)
- 1 tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices Swiss cheese (or Gruyère)
- 8 slices bread (Rye, Sourdough, or Artisan)
Instructions
- Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5–7 minutes until the moisture evaporates.
- Add the butter, olive oil, and chopped shallots to the skillet. Sauté for another 5 minutes until the mushrooms turn golden brown.
- Stir in the thyme, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside the mushroom mixture.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- On the unbuttered side, layer one slice of Swiss cheese, followed by the mushroom mixture, and top with another slice of cheese.
- Place another slice of bread on top with the buttered side facing up.
- Cook the sandwich in a skillet or panini press for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and the cheese melts thoroughly.
Notes
Ensure mushrooms are sliced evenly for consistent cooking. The melt can also include spinach or arugula for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: sandwich, vegetarian, comfort food, mushrooms, cheese