Ingredients
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2
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2
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1/2
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2
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1/4
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12
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4 - 6
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2
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Directions
Tomato Croque Monsieur, A delicious vegetarian version that pairs well with inexpensive but good red or white wines If your tomatoes are not very moist you can omit some of the draining time, like I did I made this with a processed gruyere cheese (which was all the store had) and Italian flavored bread crumbs Can be served as canapes (quartered) or makes six sandwiches Published in the New York Times , C’est formidable! I LOVED this my lovely catty’s friend! I also added some thinly slcied tomatoes to the sandwich for another layer of texture and as my basil is not out yet, I added parsley instead of basil Made for my lunch today and served with a small green salad and yet MORE fresh tomatoes, I LOVE them! A great veggie alternative to the ussual ham croque monsieur – merci! FT:-)
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Steps
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1
Done
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With a Food Processor Running, Drop in Garlic Until Minced. Turn Off Machine and Add Tomatoes. Pulse Until Finely Chopped. (this Step Can Also Be Done Manually If Preferred, Which Is How I Did It). |
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2
Done
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Place Mixture in a Fine Sieve Over a Bowl, Stir in Salt and Allow to Drain 30 Minutes, Pressing Down on Tomatoes from Time to Time. |
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3
Done
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Transfer Tomatoes to a Bowl and Stir in Basil and Breadcrumbs. Season to Taste With Salt and Pepper. |
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4
Done
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Arrange Half the Bread Slices on a Work Surface and Spread With Tomato Mixture. Cover With a Thin Layer of the Cheese and Top With Remaining Bread. |
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5
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Film a Large Non-Stick Skillet With Oil. Place as Many Sandwiches as Will Fit Comfortably and Fry Over Medium-Low or Medium Heat, Turning to Brown Both Sides and Pressing Down Lightly With a Spatula Until Golden on Both Sides. (about 1 1/2 - 2 Minutes Per Side.) Remove to Paper Towel to Drain. |
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6
Done
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Repeat If Necessary While Finished Sandwiches Are Kept in a 200 Degree Fahrenheit Oven to Be Kept Warm. Quarter Sandwiches on the Diagonal For Canapes. |
