Grilled Marinated Portobello Sandwich with Roasted Peppers
- 4 lg. portobello mushrooms, stems removed, cut in 1/2-inch cubes and set aside for other use
- 10 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp. anchovy paste
- 4 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves
- 1 cup roasted bell peppers
- 1 bunch arugula, washed, spun dry
- 4 tbsp. lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 8 slices Italian bread, 1/2-inch thick, toasted
- Preheat broiler.
- Toss peppers in bowl with 2 tbsp.
- of the extra-virgin olive oil to coat evenly.
- Place peppers under broiler or on barbecue and roast, turning often to blacken skin evenly all over.
- Allow to cool and then peel under running water, rubbing skins gently to remove all charred bits.
- Remove seeds and stems, cut into 1-inch strips and place in a mixing bowl.
- Broil portobellos until slightly softened, 3 minutes per side, and remove.
- In a small bowl, mix 4 tbsp.
- of the extra-virgin olive oil, anchovy paste, vinegar and dry thyme.
- Divide this mixture onto the gill sides of the portobellos and let stand one half hour.
- In a mixing bowl, toss roasted peppers, clean arugula, remaining 4 tbsp.
- extra-virgin olive oil and lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper and divide onto 4 of the bread slices.
- Place one portobello on each and top with second half of bread.
- Press lightly and serve.
portobello mushrooms, extravirgin olive oil, anchovy paste, balsamic vinegar, thyme, bell peppers, arugula, lemon juice, salt, freshly ground black pepper, italian bread
Taken from www.foodgeeks.com/recipes/5303 (may not work)