St. Patty Melt

St. Patty Melt
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    48

Elevate your grilled cheese game with this unexpectedly delicious St. Patty's Melt. Tender, braised greens replace the traditional patty, creating a symphony of flavors that will redefine your sandwich expectations. Serve with radishes and cornichons for a perfect lunch or light dinner!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    57 g
  • Cholesterol
    135 mg
  • Fiber
    7 g
  • Protein
    29 g
  • Saturated Fat
    31 g
  • Sodium
    1115 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    50 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
2 mins

Prepare the Greens: In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of Irish butter over medium heat. Add the sliced green onions and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. (Prep time: 5 minutes, Cook time: 3 minutes)

02

Step
3 mins

Braise the Greens: Add the chopped kale and mustard greens to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir in the rice vinegar. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the greens are tender and wilted, stirring occasionally. (Cook time: 10 minutes)

03

Step
1 mins

Assemble the Melts: Spread the remaining Irish butter (6 tablespoons) evenly on one side of each slice of French bread. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

04

Step
10 mins

Build the Sandwiches: Place 4 slices of bread, butter-side down, in a large skillet or on a griddle over medium heat. Top each slice with half of the Irish white Cheddar cheese, followed by a generous portion of the braised greens, and then the remaining cheese. Top with the remaining slices of bread, butter-side up. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

05

Step
2 mins

Grill to Perfection: Grill the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey. Press down gently with a spatula to ensure even cooking. (Cook time: 8 minutes)

06

Step
2 mins

Serve Immediately: Cut each sandwich in half and serve immediately. Enjoy with radishes and cornichons for a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.

For a richer flavor, use aged Irish white Cheddar.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spice.
The braised greens can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Experiment with different types of bread, such as sourdough or rye.
Don't overcrowd the skillet when grilling the sandwiches, cook in batches if necessary.

Clyde Pfannerstill

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 16 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Estella Leannon

    This recipe is a keeper!

  • Eldora Wisoky

    I added a little bit of Dijon mustard to the bread before grilling, and it was amazing!

  • Jarod Jenkins

    This was so delicious! I never thought to put greens on a grilled cheese, but it totally works!

  • Aileen Barton

    My kids even loved this!

  • Wilfredo Hickle

    The Irish butter makes all the difference!

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