Swiss Mushroom Melt
A cheesy delight that combines earthy mushrooms, gooey Swiss cheese, and crispy sourdough bread for a mouthwatering experience. Perfect for cozy dinners or casual gatherings, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes, filling your kitchen with irresistible aromas that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Sautéing/Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (cremini or button), sliced
- 4 oz Swiss cheese, sliced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for sautéing)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (for toasting)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Clean mushrooms with a damp cloth and slice thinly.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add sliced mushrooms and garlic powder; sauté until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- In another skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Toast sourdough slices until golden brown on both sides.
- Layer sautéed mushrooms on each toasted slice and top generously with Swiss cheese. Cover with a lid and cook on low heat until cheese melts (3-5 minutes).
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using thyme while sautéing the mushrooms. Try swapping mushrooms for spinach or adding caramelized onions for extra depth.