Swiss Mushroom Melt
Indulge in a comforting Swiss Mushroom Melt, where the rich flavor of sautéed mushrooms meets the creamy goodness of melted cheese. This delightful sandwich features a perfect blend of earthy mushrooms, aromatic shallots, and fresh thyme, all layered between crispy slices of your favorite bread. Whether you’re enjoying it on a busy weeknight or serving it at a cozy family gathering, this vegetarian-friendly melt is sure to warm hearts and satisfy appetites. With its customizable ingredients and quick preparation time, it’s an ideal meal for anyone craving a delicious and hearty sandwich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp butter (plus extra for bread)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 shallot (finely chopped)
- 2 cups mushrooms (Portobello, Cremini, or Shiitake, sliced)
- 1 tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
- 4 slices Swiss cheese (or Gruyère)
- 8 slices bread (Rye, Sourdough, or Artisan)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 5–7 minutes until moisture evaporates.
- Add butter, olive oil, and shallots; sauté for another 5 minutes until golden brown. Stir in thyme, salt, and pepper; set aside.
- Butter one side of each bread slice. Layer cheese on unbuttered sides of four slices, add mushroom mixture, top with more cheese, and cover with another slice of bread (buttered side up).
- Cook sandwiches in the skillet or panini press for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melty.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 770mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Find it online: https://tastemakerrecipes.com/swiss-mushroom-melt/