Caprese Grilled Cheese
An elevated sandwich featuring fresh mozzarella, tomato slices, and basil leaves.
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
6 min
Servings
1
Ingredients
- 2 slices Sourdough bread
- 3 ounces Fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 slices Tomato
- 1 tablespoon Basil pesto
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic glaze(optional)
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Spread the basil pesto evenly on one side of each bread slice.
- 2
Layer the fresh mozzarella and tomato slices onto one piece of bread. If using, drizzle with balsamic glaze and add fresh basil leaves.
- 3
Top with the second slice of bread, pesto-side down.
- 4
Melt half the butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
- 5
Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
- 6
Lift the sandwich, add the remaining butter to the pan, flip the sandwich, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted.
- 7
Remove from heat, let sit for one minute, then slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
480
kcal
Protein
18
g
Carbs
38
g
Fat
28
g
Fiber
2
g
Sugar
4
g
Sodium
720
mg
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