Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 slices of whole wheat bread
- 1 cup of cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup of hummus
- 1/4 cup of sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup of sliced green olives
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
Special equipment needed:
- Grill pan or outdoor grill
- Spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
2. Spread hummus on two slices of bread.
3. Add a layer of cottage cheese on top of the hummus.
4. Sprinkle sliced black and green olives on top of the cottage cheese.
5. Place the other two slices of bread on top of the olives to make a sandwich.
6. Brush the top of the sandwich with olive oil.
7. Place the sandwich on the grill pan or outdoor grill, oiled side down.
8. Brush the other side of the sandwich with olive oil.
9. Grill the sandwich for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
10. Remove the sandwich from the grill and let it cool for a few minutes.
11. Cut the sandwich in half and serve.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 6-8 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill pan or outdoor grill: medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 2 sandwiches
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 420
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 22g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat bread can be substituted with any bread of your choice.
- Cottage cheese can be substituted with ricotta cheese or feta cheese.
- Hummus can be substituted with any spread of your choice.
- Black and green olives can be substituted with any other type of olives.
Variations:
- Add sliced tomatoes or cucumbers for extra freshness.
- Use different types of cheese for a different flavor.
- Add some chopped herbs for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the grill pan or outdoor grill is preheated before grilling the sandwich.
- Brushing the bread with olive oil will help it get crispy and golden brown.
- Use a spatula to flip the sandwich carefully.
Storage instructions:
- This sandwich is best served fresh and hot.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the sandwich, place it in a toaster oven or oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
- Cut the sandwich in half and serve it on a plate with a side salad.
Garnishes:
- Garnish the sandwich with some fresh herbs or a sprinkle of paprika.
Pairings:
- Serve the sandwich with a side of roasted vegetables or a cup of soup.
Suggested side dishes:
- A side salad or roasted vegetables would be a great side dish for this sandwich.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sandwich is not getting crispy, increase the heat on the grill pan or outdoor grill.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the cottage cheese is fresh and not expired.
Food history:
- The grilled cheese sandwich originated in the United States in the 1920s.
Flavor profiles:
- This sandwich has a creamy and tangy flavor from the cottage cheese and hummus, and a salty flavor from the olives.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve this sandwich for lunch or dinner.
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