ST. PATTY MELT
If you think substituting braised greens for the patty is crazy, you're not alone, because that's what I thought. Then I tried it and was treated to one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches of my life. Even if you never use these greens to make a grilled cheese sandwich, you should still master this recipe to serve as a side to meat, with pasta, or scrambled into some eggs. This stuff is just shockingly delicious. I served mine with radishes and cornichons.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Remove tender, leafy parts of kale and mustard greens from their tough stems and place in a large bowl. Cover with cold water and wash greens, allowing dirt to sink to the bottom. Transfer greens into a colander or strainer to drain thoroughly.
- Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add drained kale and mustard greens, using a spatula to make sure they are immersed. Bring back to a boil; cook until barely tender and not soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and let cool until easily handled.
- While greens are cooling, heat 3 tablespoons butter in a pan over medium heat. Saute garlic, green onions, and salt until they soften and turn translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in black pepper and cayenne.
- Squeeze water from cooled greens and chop. Add greens to the pan and continue to cook and stir until just heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Taste and adjust for seasoning. Remove from heat and stir in rice vinegar.
- Heat about 2 tablespoons butter in a pan over medium-low heat. Add 2 slices French bread; place 1/4 of the Irish Cheddar cheese on top. Place about 1/2 cup of braised greens on 1 slice of bread; top with remaining bread slice, cheese side-down. Cook, flipping as needed, until surface is golden brown and crisp, cheese is melted, and greens are heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Repeat with remaining bread, cheese, and greens. Remove to a cutting board, slice in half at a slight angle, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 765 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Cholesterol 135.1 mg, Fat 49.6 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 30.5 g, Sodium 1114.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
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Wohedulla Ali26
[email protected]I'm allergic to rye bread. Can I use a different type of bread for this St. Patty Melt?
Kawsar Ahamad
[email protected]This St. Patty Melt recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll find a simpler one.
Amy Franco
[email protected]I'm not sure about the sauerkraut on this St. Patty Melt. I think I'll leave it out.
Didarul Islam Khondokar
[email protected]This St. Patty Melt sounds amazing. I'm definitely going to make it for my next party.
nayemajannat nur
[email protected]I can't wait to try this St. Patty Melt recipe. It looks delicious!
Maddyson
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a classic St. Patty Melt. I love the combination of the rye bread, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing.
Emma Snodgrass
[email protected]The St. Patty Melt was good, but I found it to be a bit bland. I think it would have been better with some more seasoning.
Laff Stick
[email protected]This St. Patty Melt was a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a leaner ground beef.
Fadel Mohamed
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sauerkraut, but I really enjoyed this St. Patty Melt. The flavors all came together perfectly. I would definitely make this again, even without the sauerkraut.
Arif Miea
[email protected]This is the best St. Patty Melt I've ever had! The rye bread was perfectly toasted and the cheese was melted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Trev Pearson
[email protected]I made this St. Patty Melt for my friends on St. Patrick's Day and they loved it! It was easy to make and the ingredients are readily available. I highly recommend this recipe.
hencesmile
[email protected]This St. Patty Melt was a hit with my family! The combination of the juicy patty, melted cheese, and tangy sauerkraut was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.