Mozzarella and Pepper Cooler-Pressed Sandwiches
A flavorful Italian-inspired sandwich featuring marinated mozzarella, roasted red peppers, and fresh herbs pressed together in a crusty baguette. Perfect for picnics and outdoor adventures as it gets better as it sits in the cooler.
2 servings
15 min
Ingredients
- •1 jar roasted red bell peppers
- •1 pinch hot-pepper flakes
- •1 tablespoon Italian parsley
- •1 container bocconcini in oil
- •½ piece baguette
- •1 slice sliced baguette
- •1 preparation bread preparation
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
1. In a medium bowl, combine the first four ingredients (including the bocconcini's or mozzarella's marinade).
5 min
- 2.
2. Fill the baguette with the mixture.
3 min
- 3.
3. Close the baguette and wrap it tightly in waxed paper, then in aluminum foil.
5 min
- 4.
4. 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.
2 min
