Broccoli Melt Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Broccoli Melt Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing; 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 head of broccoli (about 1 1/4 lbs), tender stems and florets only, coarsely chopped; 1 cup pitted green olives, coarsely chopped; 2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar (6 ounces); 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack (6 ounces); 8 pocketless pitas

Servings: persons

1
In a large skillet, heat the 1/4 cup of olive oil.
2
Add the onion and garlic and cook over moderate heat until softened, about 4 minutes.
3
Stir in the broccoli, cover and cook over moderate heat until just tender, about 4 minutes.
4
Stir in the olives and tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.
5
Brush one side of the pitas with olive oil.
6
Mix the chedder and Monterey Jack cheese.
7
Heat a cast iron skillet, remove from the heat and add one of the pitas, oiled side down.
8
Scatter 1/2 cup of the cheese on the pita.
9
Spoon one-fourth of the broccoli mixture over the cheese and top with another scatter another 1/2 cup of cheese.
10
Top with another pita, oiled-side up and return the skillet to the heat.
11
Set a small heavy skillet on top of the sandwich and cook over moderate heat until pita is browned and crisp and the cheese is melted, about 2 minutes per side.
12
Transfer the sandwich to a work surface.
13
Repeat with the remaining pitas, cheeses and filling.
14
Cut the sandwiches into 4 wedges and serve right away.

517

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing, 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 head of broccoli (about 1 1/4 lbs), tender stems and florets only, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Broccoli Melt Sandwiches falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Broccoli Melt Sandwiches

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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