Tomato Basil Grilled Cheese (Printer View)

Gooey cheese melted with tomato and basil on toasted sourdough bread, perfect for a quick meal.

# What you'll need:

→ Bread & Dairy

01 - 4 slices sourdough or country-style bread
02 - 4 oz mozzarella cheese, sliced or shredded
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Vegetables & Herbs

04 - 1 large ripe tomato, thinly sliced
05 - 8 to 10 fresh basil leaves

→ Seasonings

06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Method:

01 - Evenly spread softened butter over one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two bread slices, buttered side down, on a cutting board. Layer each with half the mozzarella, tomato slices, basil leaves, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
03 - Top with the remaining bread slices, ensuring the buttered side is facing up.
04 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
05 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently until bread is golden brown and cheese has melted.
06 - Remove from skillet, let rest for one minute, then slice and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of warm juicy tomatoes and fragrant basil creates something greater than the sum of its parts
  • Ready faster than delivery and infinitely more satisfying
02 -
  • Pat your tomato slices with paper towels before layering, otherwise the bread turns soggy no matter how carefully you cook it
  • Medium low heat is your friend, rushing with high heat burns the bread before the cheese melts
03 -
  • Mayo instead of butter creates an even golden crust and will not burn as easily
  • A light layer of parmesan on the outside adds savory crunch
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