BADA BING BETTY'S TUSCAN PORTOBELLO MELT (GRILLED CHEESE)

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Also known as Tuscan Portobello Melt.This winning recipe (combined with Recipe #193721) was Betty Fraser's entry for the Top Chef episode where the competitors had to present a "comfort food". The soup and sandwich combo will become a featured item on TGI Friday's menu. The judges raved about then and I know why. Delicious!

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 slices sourdough bread
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 pint grape tomatoes
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper, to taste
3 large portabella mushroom caps, sliced
1/4 cup white wine
5 fresh thyme sprigs
1 1/4 cups grated provolone cheese
1 1/4 cups grated monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a medium skillet, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil and red onion. Cook over medium heat until onions are beginning to soften. Season with salt and pepper and transfer to a roasting dish.
  • In the same skillet, combine tomatoes and balsamic vinegar. Cook over medium heat until the tomatoes are beginning to soften. Transfer to roasting dish with onions.
  • In a medium bowl, gently toss Portobello mushrooms with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Transfer to roasting dish with other ingredients. Add white wine.
  • Place roasting dish in oven and bake for 20-30 minutes. Remove from oven and let mixture cool to room temperature.
  • In a small saucepan, combine butter and thyme springs. Cook over low heat until butter is melted. Remove from heat and discard thyme.
  • Brush one side of each slice of bread with butter. Place slices buttered side down on a clean surface. Top half of the slices with 1/4 cup provolone cheese and 1/4 cup Monterey jack cheese. Top cheese with mushroom mixture, dividing evenly between the slices. Top with remaining bread slices.
  • Heat a griddle (or frying pan) to medium high heat. Place sandwiches on griddle to brown. Flip after 2 minutes to brown other side and cook until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  • To serve: Cut in half and serve with a cup of soup.

Prudence Mavanga
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This grilled cheese sandwich is the perfect comfort food. It's easy to make, delicious, and filling. I love the combination of flavors and the melted cheese is always a winner.


Reborn
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This sandwich is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of flavors and the melted cheese is always a winner.


Md saiful islam Sikdar
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I made this sandwich for lunch today and it was delicious! The flavors were perfect and the sandwich was so filling. I will definitely be making this again.


M AYUB UMAR BUTT M AYUB UMAR BUTT
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This grilled cheese sandwich is the perfect combination of savory and sweet. The portobello mushrooms add a meaty flavor, while the sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese add a tangy sweetness. The melted cheese ties it all together perfectly.


Tanveer Ranja
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I'm always looking for new grilled cheese recipes and this one looks amazing! I love the combination of flavors and the melted cheese looks perfect. I'll definitely be making this soon.


Abd Ullahwali
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This sandwich looks like the perfect comfort food. I love the idea of using portobello mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes. I can't wait to try it!


Awais Butt
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I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but I'm willing to give this recipe a try. The rest of the ingredients sound delicious and I'm sure the cheese will help to balance out the flavor of the mushrooms.


faisal kafeel
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This sandwich looks absolutely delicious! I love the combination of flavors and the melted cheese looks perfect. I'll definitely be making this for dinner tonight.


Lilia Reshchykovets
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I'm always looking for new grilled cheese recipes and this one definitely caught my eye. The portobello mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes add a unique twist to the classic sandwich. I can't wait to try it!


Saqlain Ch
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This grilled cheese sandwich is the perfect comfort food. It's easy to make and so delicious. I love the combination of flavors and the melted cheese is always a winner.


Sindh Hifazat News
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I made this sandwich for lunch today and it was amazing! The flavors were incredible and the sandwich was so filling. I will definitely be making this again and again.


PriZma Z
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This sandwich was easy to make and so delicious! I used a sourdough bread and it was perfect. The cheese was melted and gooey and the mushrooms were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Abbas Hossain
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I'm not a huge fan of portobello mushrooms, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The mushrooms were actually really good in this sandwich. I'll definitely be making this again.


Connie Rosener
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a winner. The combination of flavors is amazing and the sandwich is always cooked perfectly. My friends and family love it too!


Chris Harney
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This grilled cheese sandwich was a hit with my family! The portobello mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes added a delicious savory flavor, and the melted cheese was perfectly gooey. I will definitely be making this again.