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    Home » Lunches » Sandwiches

    Samwiches: Brie and Bacon Panini with Mushrooms and Onions (A Meal Any Hobbit Would Love)

    Published: Dec 4, 2012 · Modified: Jul 8, 2021 by Jessica Fisher

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    A half Bacon and Brie Panini and copy of the Hobbit book

    One night a few months ago, my meal plan didn’t go the way I, well, planned it. I checked the fridge and cupboards and concocted this amazing sandwich from bacon, onions, mushrooms, and Brie cheese. Amazing.

    As I was munching, I realized how Hobbit-like this meal was: good bread, a few rashes of bacon, onions, mushrooms from Farmer Maggot’s farm, and of course, some rich cheese. I dubbed them Samwiches, in honor of Samwise Gamgee.

    We’ve enjoyed it again and again since. This is not your standard grilled cheese sandwich. It is so delectable. You’ll want to curl up in a nice corner with this sandwich and a copy of The Hobbit or The Lord of the Rings and just pretend you’re a hobbit.

    (Yes, I realize that Brie is French and hobbits are clearly English. Use cheddar if you prefer, but the Brie melts so lovely in here, I’m happy to make exceptions.)

    The leftover bacon and onion mixture, if there is any, is fantastic with eggs or to top a steak.

    A cut in half Bacon and Brie Panini sitting on top of a wooden table

    Host a Hobbit Dinner next week for the release of the film! And I don’t mean going to Denny’s. Blech. I don’t think any Hobbit worth his salt would visit that establishment.

    We are going to make a family affair out of it and take all the kids to the cinema, something we only do a few times each year. Before and after we’re going to be enjoying some hobbity food, including Samwiches, of course.

    My plan is to post a full Hobbit menu throughout the month of December, featuring a Hobbit’s favorite food and drink: cake, bread, potatoes, bacon, sausage, mushrooms, cheese, pickles, eggs, coffee, tea, and ale, of course. Feel free to offer your suggestions in the comments.

    In the meantime, go make up a round of Samwiches!

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    Samwich: Bacon and Brie Panini with Mushrooms and Onions

    Brie and bacon join forces with sauteed mushrooms and onions in a fantastic sandwich any hobbit would love. This bacon panini is a surefire winner.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Total Time30 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 717kcal
    Author: Jessica Fisher
    Cost: $7
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    Ingredients

    • 8 oz bacon chopped
    • 1 onion sliced from stem to root end
    • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
    • 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs of your choice: dill, tarragon, rosemary, thyme, oregano
    • salt
    • black pepper
    • 8 slices sourdough bread
    • butter optional
    • ¼ lb Brie cheese sliced thinly
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • In a large skillet, heat the bacon, onion, and mushrooms. Cook on medium high for about 15 minutes until the bacon starts to brown, the onions are clear, and the mushrooms are tender. Stir in the fresh herbs. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
    • Heat a panini press or griddle.
    • If using a griddle, butter one side of each slice of bread.
    • Assemble sandwiches, butter side out, by layering cheese and bacon mixture between two slices of bread.
    • Cook in press or on griddle until toasted on both sides and cheese is melted.
    • Serve immediately.

    Notes

    Nutritional values are approximate and are based on ¼ of the recipe. Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 4 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 717kcal | Carbohydrates: 76g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 1213mg | Potassium: 436mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 215IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 5mg
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    1. Elese

      April 19, 2013 at 8:49 am

      How cute and fun! Yes, I think Sam, Frodo, Merri and Pippin would all approve of some “nice crispy bacon”, and the brie could be a nod to the tavern in Bree! Oh my, Hobbit food would be a big hit in my household. Thanks for the fun ideas. 🙂

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    2. Emily

      January 03, 2013 at 10:49 am

      I am making these tonight! I don’t like mushrooms, but my husband does so I’ll leave them in. Hopefully all the other goodness hides them enough. Pairing them with white bean soup, using the ham hock from Christmas, I have in the crock pot. Perfect meal for a cold night!

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    3. Jenny

      December 10, 2012 at 1:31 pm

      Love the idea of Hobbit food. Looking forward to the posts. We are making these tonight with the sliced Gouda already on hand.

      Reply
    4. NIA

      December 06, 2012 at 7:12 am

      I saw on another site the filling for these samwiches were rolled into Artisan Bread in 5 dough. Your sandwiches look and sound really good.

      Reply
    5. MissMOE

      December 05, 2012 at 11:12 am

      This sounds amazing! I have a pound of wild mushrooms just waiting to become the filling for this sandwich! Can’t wait!

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    6. Carla

      December 05, 2012 at 10:07 am

      Forget next week. I happened to make extra bacon this morning and bought onions and mushrooms last night for something else. With the bacon already cooked I used a little olive oil to saute the onion & mushrooms. We just had a hearty lunch! And I’m pleased to announce they taste scrumptious even on plain wheat bread with cheddar jack cheese (all we had on hand). Maybe next week we’ll try it with some stronger cheese and sour dough. Since I do onions and mushrooms pretty regularly with breakfast fair, I think the boys will proclaim Samwiches to be on the lunch menu rotation from now on. 🙂 Oh, and the boys want to know what kind of Hobbit desserts you are going to come up with! LOL

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    7. KS

      December 05, 2012 at 7:24 am

      I love the Hobbit menu idea. Redeemedreader.com has been doing a Hobbit read-along with hot chocolate recipes.

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    8. Carla

      December 04, 2012 at 7:26 pm

      How fun is that?! Looking forward to the posts. Hmm, will have to trade out the brie, but otherwise sounds great.

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