Forest Sandwiches

Name: Forest Sandwiches - Carmen M.
Ingredients: mushrooms toasted sandwich with cheese and ham cherry tomatoes a little salt

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Sometimes I need something simple and quick for lunch or a warm snack. I've tested this version of forest sandwiches with mushrooms and ham several times, directly in the croque-monsieur machine. It seems like a suitable combination when I have mushrooms and cheese on hand, and the whole process doesn't take much time. Quick Info Total time: 15-20 minutes Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 5-8 minutes (in the machine, one at a time) Servings: 2-3 sandwiches Difficulty: easy Recipe type: warm snack, breakfast, quick lunch Ingredients - fresh mushrooms – 4-5 pieces, suitable size - bread for croque-monsieur – 4-6 slices (depending on how many sandwiches you make) - Delaco cheese – 2-3 slices - ham – 2-3 slices - cherry tomatoes – 4-5 pieces - salt – to taste Preparation method 1. Wash the mushrooms and slice them not too thickly. Set them aside on a plate. 2. Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice them thinly. 3. Take a slice of bread and place a slice of cheese on top. 4. Add a slice of ham over the cheese. 5. Place a few slices of cherry tomatoes over the ham, then add some raw mushroom slices. 6. Sprinkle a little salt over the vegetables. 7. Cover with another slice of bread. 8. On this second slice, add a few more slices of mushrooms, spread evenly. 9. Place the formed sandwich in the croque-monsieur machine. If they don't all fit at once, you can make them one at a time. 10. Browning takes 5-8 minutes, depending on how crispy you want the bread. 11. Serve while hot. Why I make this recipe often I use it often because it doesn't involve complicated preparations or hard-to-find ingredients. It can be easily adapted with what I have in the fridge. I like that it cooks quickly, and I can serve a warm sandwich immediately. Tips and variations Tips - If the mushrooms are watery, pat them a bit with a paper towel before putting them in the sandwich, so they don't make the bread soggy. - Let the tomatoes drain for a few seconds if they seem very juicy. - Don't overload the sandwich too much; otherwise, it's hard to close the machine. Substitutions - You can replace Delaco cheese with any sliced cheese. - Ham can be replaced with pressed ham or any type of sliced meat, but not too fatty. Variations - If you want a vegetarian version, simply skip the ham. - You can add fresh herbs between layers, but it's not necessary. Serving ideas - They are good plain, while hot, possibly with a green salad on the side. - They can serve as breakfast or a snack for the road. Frequently asked questions 1. Can canned mushrooms be used? I do not recommend it, as they will release too much water, and the texture is not as pleasant as fresh ones. 2. What type of bread works best? A white bread for sandwiches (croque-monsieur) is the most suitable, but you can use any thin slice that doesn't break easily. 3. Can I make these sandwiches in a pan if I don't have a special machine? Yes, but press lightly with a spatula and turn them to brown on both sides. 4. Do I need to cook the mushrooms beforehand? No, they are used raw. They cook enough during browning in the machine. Nutritional values Approximately, for one sandwich: Calories: 190-220 kcal Protein: 10-12 g Carbohydrates: 20-25 g Fats: 7-9 g Values vary depending on the type of bread, cheese, and amount of ham. Storage and reheating Sandwiches are best served immediately. If they remain, they can be stored in the fridge for 1 day, in a covered container. When reheating, the texture is not as pleasant – you can heat them briefly in the machine or in a pan, but they may become wetter due to the mushrooms.

Forest Sandwiches

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