Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 Tomino Montoso cheese rounds
- 2 red bell peppers, sliced into strips
- 2 yellow bell peppers, sliced into strips
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Grill pan or outdoor grill
Step-by-step instructions:
a. Preheat grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
b. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
c. Brush the bell pepper strips with the olive oil mixture.
d. Place the bell pepper strips on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are slightly charred and tender.
e. Remove the bell peppers from the grill and set aside.
f. Brush the Tomino Montoso cheese rounds with the remaining olive oil mixture.
g. Place the cheese rounds on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are slightly charred and melted.
h. Remove the cheese rounds from the grill and place them on a serving platter.
i. Arrange the grilled bell pepper strips around the cheese rounds.
j. Serve immediately.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Grill pan or outdoor grill: medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 10g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Tomino Montoso cheese can be substituted with any soft cheese that melts well, such as brie or camembert.
- Red and yellow bell peppers can be substituted with any color of bell pepper.
Variations:
- Add sliced onions or mushrooms to the grilled bell peppers for extra flavor.
- Top the grilled cheese rounds with chopped herbs, such as basil or parsley, before serving.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the grill pan or outdoor grill is hot before adding the bell peppers and cheese rounds.
- Use a spatula to carefully flip the cheese rounds on the grill to prevent them from breaking apart.
Storage instructions:
- Grilled Tomino Montoso with Bell Peppers is best served immediately and does not store well.
Reheating instructions:
- Grilled Tomino Montoso with Bell Peppers is not recommended for reheating.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve Grilled Tomino Montoso with Bell Peppers on a large platter for a beautiful presentation.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped herbs, such as basil or parsley.
Pairings:
- Serve with a crusty baguette or crackers for dipping.
Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled vegetables or a simple salad make great side dishes for Grilled Tomino Montoso with Bell Peppers.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cheese rounds are not melting well, try placing a lid over the grill pan or outdoor grill to trap the heat and melt the cheese.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the bell peppers and cheese rounds to a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
Food history:
- Tomino Montoso is a soft cheese from the Piedmont region of Italy.
Flavor profiles:
- Grilled Tomino Montoso with Bell Peppers has a creamy and slightly tangy flavor from the cheese, and a sweet and smoky flavor from the grilled bell peppers.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve Grilled Tomino Montoso with Bell Peppers as an appetizer or a light lunch.
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