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Francesinha-Inspired Toasties

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Francesinha-Inspired Toasties

Francesinha

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Prep: 25 min • Cook: 20 min. A delightful twist on the classic Portuguese Francesinha, these toasties offer a simplified, oven-baked version perfect for home cooks. Layers of thick sandwich bread are generously filled with a medley of cured meats, topped with melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, and served with a rich, flavorful sauce on the side for dipping.

Preparation time
25 min
Cooking time
20 min
Total time
45 min
Servings
4
Course
Main
Complexity
Easy
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Ingredients

  • 8 pcs sandwich bread(thick sliced)
  • 4oz ham(thinly sliced)
  • 4oz smoked sausage(sliced)
  • 4oz linguiça(sliced)
  • 4oz mozzarella cheese(shredded)
  • 4oz cheddar cheese(shredded)

Francesinha Sauce

  • 1 cup beer(lager or pilsner)
  • 1 cup tomato(pureed)
  • 1/2 pcs onion(finely chopped)
  • 2 tsp garlic(minced)
  • 1 pc bay leaf
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp piri-piri sauce(or to taste)
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp flour

Instructions

Prepare the Sauce

  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, then gradually whisk in the beer until smooth.
  3. Add the pureed tomato, bay leaf, paprika, and piri-piri sauce. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened. Remove the bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Assemble the Toasties

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lay out four slices of sandwich bread. Layer the ham, smoked sausage, and linguiça onto each slice.
  3. Top the meat with a generous portion of shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
  4. Place the remaining four slices of bread on top to create sandwiches.

Bake and Serve

  1. Place the assembled toasties on a baking sheet.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  3. Serve the Francesinha-Inspired Toasties hot, with the prepared Francesinha sauce on the side for dipping. Garnish with a little fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Servings
4
Serving size (imperial)
8.8 oz
NutrientPer servingPer 100 gTotal (4 servings)
Calories750 kcal300 kcal3,000 kcal
Protein35 g14 g140 g
Fat40 g16 g160 g
Carbs60 g24 g240 g

Tips

  • For an even richer sauce, consider adding a splash of port wine or a dollop of tomato paste.
  • If the toasties start to brown too quickly, you can loosely tent them with foil during the last few minutes of baking.
  • Serve with optional sides like a fried egg, french fries, or a simple green salad for a complete meal.

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