Francesinhas

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Ingredients

  • 3 large onions, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 lb ham, cut in pieces (mortadella or salami)
  • 7 tablespoons flour
  • 1 beer
  • 3 ounces brandy
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • Tabasco sauce (optional)
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 egg, poached scrambed egg (optional)

Instructions

  1. Fry the onions in the olive oil until translucent. Add the water, bay leaves and meats. Saute the beef, sausage and ham for about 2 minutes each side.
  2. When the meats are done, transfer to a dish and remove the bay leaves from the pan. Puree the remaining contents of the pan. Return the pan to the heat
  3. Using the beer,dissolve the flour and tomato paste into a cup, followed by the whisky or brandy, salt, hot sauce. Mix thoroughly, add to the pan and bring to a simmer.
  4. Place 1 slice of bread on a plate or small bowl. Top it with the beef slices, sausage,sliced lengthwise followed with a scrambled egg if using. Add the top slice of bread followed by placing the slices of cheese on top and on the sides. If you prefer a poached egg, add it on top of the last slice of bread.
  5. Spoon the very hot sauce over the top and sides of the sandwich, melting the cheese. Serve immediately. You will need a fork and knife.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

656 kcal 33% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.2g 24% DV
Total Fat 37.5g 48% DV
Carbs 73.8g 27% DV
Fiber 9g 32% DV
Sugar 4.4g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10283.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 692.8mg 15% DV
Cholesterol 79mg 26% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 132.5mcg 15% DV
Vitamin C 18.7mg 21% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 1% DV
Calcium 313.3mg 24% DV
Iron 14.2mg 79% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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