
Mediterranean Sandwich with «Der scharfe Maxx» Grill Cheese
This irresistible sandwich will make all foodies weak in the knees. We’re completely in love with this snack creation by Christian Kuchler. A homemade, aromatic pesto paired with a delicious filling of figs, arugula, spinach, and tomatoes. With this exquisite potpourri of flavors, our «Der scharfe Maxx» Grill Cheese is a must. A sandwich that entices with a whirlwind of tastes and might just become one of your go-to snacks!
Ingredients
serves 4 PersonenGrill Cheese | |
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8 pieces | «Der scharfe Maxx» Grill Cheese |
4 piece(s) | ciabatta loaves (or stale bread/baguette) |
Salad Filling | |
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20 g | arugula |
10 g | flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped |
1 | tomato, diced |
1 | red onion, sliced |
1 | garlic clove, pressed |
Salad Dressing | |
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2 tbsp | olive oil |
2 tbsp | balsamic (e.g., raspberry balsamic vinegar) |
salt, pepper, dried pepperoncini |
Mediterranean Pesto | |
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2 bundle | basil, finely chopped |
2 cloves | garlic, germ removed, pressed |
2 tbsp | walnuts, finely chopped |
2 tbsp | pine nuts, roasted |
1.5 dl | olive oil (not cold pressed) |
3 tbsp | «Der edle Maxx» or Parmesan, grated |
salt, pepper, nutmeg |
2 | figs, sliced |
Preparation
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Grill Cheese & Bread
Slice the bread in half, drizzle with oil, and grill until both sides are crispy. Place the Grill Cheese coins on the hot grill and sear until golden brown and crispy on both sides. By the way: for an extra kick of heat, you can swap «Der scharfe Maxx» Grill Cheese for the fiery «Füürtüfel» Grill Cheese.
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Mediterranean Pesto
Grind all the pesto ingredients in a mortar. Remove the rind from the hard cheese, grate finely and add to the mortar.
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Salad
Finely chop the salad ingredients and place them in a bowl. Add the dressing and toss everything together until well combined.
Remove the bread from the grill and drizzle a little olive oil on the inside. Spread with pesto, then top with the salad filling and a few slices of fig.
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Take the hot grill cheese coins off the heat, cut them in half, and place four halves inside each bread. If desired, grate some hard cheese on top. Fold the sandwich closed, and voilà – your Mediterranean sandwich with «Der scharfe Maxx» Grill Cheese is ready!
Tip: This recipe is perfect for using up leftover bread.

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