Mozzarella and Pepper Cooler-Pressed Sandwiches

Name: Mozzarella and Pepper Cooler-Pressed Sandwiches
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 19 inches 1/2 thin 18-inch baguette, sliced lengthwise, interior crumb removed; 170 grams bocconcini in oil (or 3/4 cup fresh mozzarella in oil, torn into pieces), undrained; 1 pinch hot-pepper flakes (optional for kids); 1 Tbsp roughly chopped Italian parsley, or 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano (optional for kids); 142 grams roasted red bell peppers, drained and roughly chopped

One portion of this dish contains approximately 9g of protein, 10g of fat, and a total of 145 calories. This vegetarian recipe serves 4. Head to the store and pick up parsley, roasted bell peppers, hot-pepper flakes, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 10 minutes.

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine the first four ingredients (including the bocconcini's or mozzarella's marinade).

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Bocconcini

Mozzarella

Marinade

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Bowl

Fill the baguette with the mixture.

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Baguette

Close the baguette and wrap it tightly in waxed paper, then in aluminum foil.

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Baguette

Wrap

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Aluminum Foil

Place the sandwich at the bottom of the cooler so the weight of the other contents compresses the sandwich and allows the juices to soak into the bread.

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Cooler