I have tried two recipes in the last week that you must try. The first is for an Italian sandwich that is very tasty. The second is for a wild rice and mushroom pilaf. I thought the later would be great for Thanksgiving. As for the sandwich, I was able to enjoy it with my cookbook club. Everyone there thought it was a keeper so I made it for my prayer group.You see these friends in the photo above. The photo of the sandwich does not look as delicious as it really is. I know you will enjoy these recipes.
ITALIAN STUFFED SANDWICH
2 loaves thin, French bread
12 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
12 thin slices prosciutto
1/2 cup prepared Pesto
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Slice the bread in half lengthwise and remove some of the soft bread inside to make a shallow well in each piece. Press the mozzarella sliced onto the bottom half of the bread. Arrange the prosciutto over the mozzarella to cover. Spread the top half of the bread with pesto. Press the halves together. Place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and warm in the oven for approximately 15 minutes. Let stand for 2-3 minutes. Cut into individual servings or slice into small pieces to serve as an appetizer. Serve warm.
WILD RICE AND MUSHROOM PILAF
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cups wild rice blend
3 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or chopped green onions
Heat 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook stirring often until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add the rice and cook, stirring for 30 seconds. Proceed to cook rice according to the package directions, replacing the water with the equivalent amount of chicken broth.
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, cook, stirring occasionally, until browned about 6-8 minutes. Add the wine and cook, scraping up the brown bits, until evaporated, about 1-2 minutes.
Fluff the rice and fold in the mushrooms and chives.
2 comments:
Your food photography is getting better and better! I think Mr. Dilettante will get one of those sandwiches for his supper tonight! Lovely group---I recognize Robin Harkey!
Well Thank you. And yes, that is Robin Harkey. Son 2 and her youngest daughter have been in school together since K5.
I hope Mr. Dilettante enjoys the sandwich.
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