Recipe: Grilled Portabello Mushroom Sandwich

Grilled Portabello Mushroom Sandwich
Servings: 4

4 large sesame seed buns
2 golf ball-sized balls of fresh mozzarella cheese
2 portabello mushrooms, sliced into halves horizontally
1 large red pepper, cut in fourths vertically
2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
4 tsp. olive oil
2 tablespoon dried or 4 tablespoon fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Optional items: alfalfa sprouts, onions, tomatoes, pickle

Combine cheese, oil, basil, chives and vinegar in a blender. Blend until smooth. Set aside.
Grill the mushrooms (can also be done under a broiler) about 3 minutes per side or until tender. Grill peppers (do not peel) until tender, about 5 minutes per side. Skin will be wrinkled and lightly brown. Slightly toast the buns on the grill and spread the mozzarella mixture evenly on the bottom of each bun. Cover with mushroom slice and red pepper. Serve immediately.