Best Tuscan Portabella Melt Recipes

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PORTOBELLO MELTS



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We're always looking for satisfying vegetarian meals, and this one tops the list. These melts are especially delicious in the summer when we have tons of homegrown tomatoes. -Amy Smalley, Morehead, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large portobello mushrooms (4 ounces each), stems removed
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
4 tomato slices
2 slices mozzarella cheese
2 slices Italian bread (1 inch thick)
Chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Place mushrooms in a shallow bowl. Mix oil, vinegar, salt and dried basil; brush onto both sides of mushrooms. Let stand 5 minutes. Reserve remaining marinade., Place mushrooms on a greased rack of a broiler pan, stem side down. Broil mushrooms 4 in. from heat until tender, 3-4 minutes per side. Top stem sides with tomato and cheese. Broil until cheese is melted, about 1 minute., Place bread on a baking sheet; brush with reserved marinade. Broil 4 in. from heat until lightly toasted, 45-60 seconds. Top with mushrooms. Sprinkle with chopped basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Fat 35g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 934mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

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.

PORTOBELLO PATTY MELTS



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This is a traditional patty melt in all ways save the fact that the beef has been swapped out for roasted portobello-mushroom caps. It otherwise hews closely to the recipe served at Tiny Naylor's drive-in restaurant in Los Angeles in the 1950s, and to the ones used in coffee shops and diners across the country. But those mushrooms! Roasted in the oven in a marinade of oil, balsamic vinegar, soy and garlic, they take on immense flavor and density, and provide a terrific foil to the caramelized onions, Swiss cheese and butter-griddled rye bread.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     sandwiches

Time 1h

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 to 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large onions, peeled and thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
8 slices seeded rye bread
8 slices Swiss cheese, approximately 1/2 pound
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 minced garlic clove
8 clean portobello caps

Steps:

  • Caramelize onions. Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet set over high heat. When it foams, add the onions and sprinkle with salt. Do not stir immediately. Wait 1 minute, then begin to stir frequently over high heat for 5 minutes or so, or until the onions have released some liquid and started to become translucent.
  • Reduce the heat to medium, and cook, stirring often, for what will seem like a very long time, until the onions are fully melted and dark golden brown, approximately 30 to 40 minutes. Remove onions, and set them and the skillet aside. (You can caramelize the onions a day ahead of time and reheat slowly when you're ready to cook.)
  • Take a small baking dish, and put into it olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar and minced clove of garlic. Add portobello caps, then cover with foil, and roast in a 400-degree oven for 30 to 45 minutes, turning once.
  • Set the skillet to medium heat, and put four pieces of rye bread into the butter that remains from cooking the onions. Top each piece with a slice of cheese, then two portobello caps, then some of the caramelized onions, and finally another slice of cheese and another slice of rye. Use the spatula to press down on the packages, and after about a minute or so, carefully turn over each patty to begin to brown the other side. (You may need to add the additional butter.) Cook until the cheese is fully melted and the bread is golden brown and crisp on both sides. Slice in half before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 450, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 807 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TUSCAN PORTABELLA MELT



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"Top Chef", winner's dish to be added to T.G.I Friday's menu. The popular franchise will soon be serving a portobello mushroom sandwich, a "kicked-up" version of one of Betty Fraser's childhood favorites(grilled cheese sandwich). Contestant Betty Fraser, Bada Bing Betty, shared her winning recipe on the Today show. The "winning sandwich" was served with a Smokin'Fire Roasted Pepper Soup #193721 by Sharlene-W, a lovely and satisfying meal.

Provided by Manami

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 ounces grilled portabella mushrooms, sliced 3/8-inch thick
1 ciabatta, sliced 1/2-inch thick (2 slices each)
3/4 ounce sliced provolone cheese (1 slice each)
1/2 ounce sliced monterey jack cheese (2 slices each)
1 tablespoon garlic-flavored olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped 1/16-inch
2 cups red onions, sliced with center
2 cups grape tomatoes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon salt & pepper, blend
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
6 portabella mushrooms (6 each slices)
1 tablespoon salt & pepper, blend

Steps:

  • TO MAKE (MAKE 1st) THE ONION & TOMATO MIX:.
  • On a cutting board, cut the onion crosswise in half.
  • Cut the grape tomatoes in half lengthwise.
  • Heat oil in a sauté pan; add the onions and sauté for 2 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients and cook for an additional 2 minutes or until the tomatoes are tender.
  • Transfer to a bowl, and thouroughly cool, prior to refrigerating. (If making it earlier in the day).
  • TO MAKE (MAKE 2nd)GRILLED PORTOBELLOS:.
  • Season grill side or marinated mushrooms with salt & pepper blend.
  • Place mushrooms(cap up/veil down)on a clean, hot section of broiler and cook for 1.5 minutes.
  • Flip, season and cook for an additional 1.5 minutes.(Just make sure they are cooked but not rubbery).
  • Transfer to a paper-toweled plate in a single layer.
  • Thoroughly cool before refrigerating (If making earlier in the day).
  • TO MAKE THE TUSCAN PORTOBELLO MELT:.
  • Place tomato onion mix and sliced mushrooms next to each other on microwaveable plate and heat for 20-30 seconds. (If they have been cooled in the refrigerator - as if made earlier in the day).
  • Build sandwich on first slice of bread in this order: provolone cheese, warmed tomato & onion mix and Portobello mushrooms, top with shingled Monterey Jack Cheese and second slice of bread.
  • Heat sauté pan over medium heat.
  • Evenly brush the top of sandwich with garlic oil.
  • Flip and place sandwich into sauté pan oil side down.
  • Brush second slice of bread with garlic oil.
  • Cover pan and cook sandwich until golden brown, do not burn.
  • Flip sandwich and press down lightly with metal spatula.
  • Cover and continue to cook until golden brown.
  • Slice sandwich diagonally in half.
  • Serve with fire roasted pepper soup and sprinkle (all) with chopped parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.1, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 4.7, Sodium 56.3, Carbohydrate 14.6, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 6.1, Protein 4.8

ROASTED PORTABELLA AND MOZZARELLA MELT



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This sandwich is great with gooey cheese and juicy, meaty mushrooms, layered between deliciously crispy, toasted bread.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium portabella mushrooms, stems trimmed, caps rinsed and patted dry
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons pesto sauce
8 slices whole wheat bread
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
4 slices ripe tomatoes
2 teaspoons margarine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*.
  • Rub mushrooms with olive oil and vinegar.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place mushrooms flesh side down on a baking tray and roast for 10-12 minutes, or until soft.
  • Thinly slice mushrooms once cooled.
  • Do not turn off oven.
  • Spread pesto on all 8 pieces of bread.
  • Divide mozzarella on 4 pieces of bread.
  • Put tomato slices on top of cheese.
  • Place portobello slices on top of tomato and put remaining 4 slices of bread on top to complete sandwiches.
  • Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Melt margarine.
  • Add sandwiches, two at a time, and cook until browned on one side (place a heavy object on each sandwich to help it brown evenly).
  • Turn over and brown the other side.
  • Each side should take 2-3 minutes to brown.
  • Place sandwiches on a baking sheet and finish cooking in the oven for 5 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.8, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 33.6, Sodium 560.2, Carbohydrate 27.8, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 6.3, Protein 17.8

PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM TUNA MELT



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This is a tasty recipe from Lifetime's Cook Yourself Thin, DH and I tried this for dinner last night and really enjoyed it. Only changes I plan for the next time is to leave the greens on the side as it made things messy and maybe to use about half the parsley. 1 serving is 2 melts. I hope you enjoy!

Provided by McGelby

Categories     Broil/Grill

Time 25m

Yield 4 Melts, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 portabella mushrooms, stemmed, gills removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (5 ounce) can albacore tuna in water, drained
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 slices swiss cheese
4 slices tomatoes
1/2 cup mixed baby greens

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler.
  • Brush the mushrooms with 1 tablespoon oil.
  • Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet and broil, turning once until softened and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • While the mushrooms are cooking, in a bowl, combine tuna, celery, parsley, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and remaining tablespoon oil.
  • Remove the mushrooms from the oven.
  • Divide tuna mixture among mushrooms, and spread evenly in caps.
  • Top each with a slice of cheese, and broil until cheese melts, about 2 minutes.
  • Top each mushroom with a tomato slice and 2 tablespoons greens.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.8, Fat 31.9, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 82.8, Sodium 1006.3, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 5.7, Protein 37.9

PORTOBELLO & BLUE CHEESE MELTS



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A veggie treat that is so tasty everyone will want one!

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 red onion , cut into wedges
1 tsp olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 Portobello or flat mushrooms
1 tsp thyme leaves
25g blue cheese
1 ciabatta bread roll
handful rocket leaves
oven fries , to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Mix the onion with the oil and vinegar, spread on a baking tray, then put the mushrooms on top, stem-side up, and scatter over the thyme and some seasoning. Cook in the oven for 15 mins, until starting to soften and caramelise.
  • Crumble the cheese into the cavity of the mushrooms and cook for 5 mins more until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  • Split the ciabatta roll in half and lightly toast. Top with a handful of rocket, the sticky onions and the cheese-topped mushrooms. Serve with oven fries, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 59 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, Sodium 2.34 milligram of sodium

TUSCAN PORTOBELLO MELT



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One of my daughters favorite vegetarian sandwiches. I pair it with Creamy Roasted Tomato Soup.

Provided by Macrayla Evans @phalanmac

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 slice(s) sourdough bread
3 tablespoon(s) extra virgin olive oil
1 - large red onion thinly sliced
1 - stick unsalted butter
1 pint(s) grape tomatoes
1 tablespoon(s) balsamic vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
3 large portobello mushroom caps, sliced
1/4 cup(s) white wine
5 - thyme sprigs
1 1/4 cup(s) grated provolone cheese
1 1/4 cup(s) grated monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • 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

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