Description
This delightful sandwich elevates the classic grilled cheese by blending fresh Caprese ingredients with aromatic pesto, creating a comforting and gourmet experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices artisan bread
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 medium ripe tomato, sliced
- 2 tbsp pesto
- Fresh basil leaves
- Butter for grilling
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place one slice of bread, butter-side down, in the skillet.
- Layer fresh mozzarella cheese on the bread in the skillet.
- Add sliced tomatoes on top of the mozzarella.
- Spread pesto over the tomatoes.
- Add fresh basil leaves on top of the pesto.
- Top with the second slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Grill until the bottom slice is golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Carefully flip the sandwich and grill the other side until golden brown and the cheese is melted, about another 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from the skillet and let it cool for a minute before slicing.
Notes
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: recipes
- Method: grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 20
- Cholesterol: 40
Keywords: grilled cheese, Caprese, pesto, comfort food, sandwich