Grilled Caprese Sandwich Recipe
A quick and delicious Grilled Caprese Sandwich featuring sourdough bread, fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil pesto, perfectly grilled to golden brown for a melty, savory meal ready in just 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Sandwich Ingredients
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 1-2 tablespoons butter
- 1-2 tablespoons basil pesto
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 2 slices mozzarella cheese, about 1/4 inch thick
Instructions
- Preheat Skillet: Warm a skillet or frying pan over medium heat to ensure even grilling of the sandwich.
- Butter and Grill Bread: Butter both sides of the sourdough bread slices thoroughly, then place one slice in the skillet to grill one side until it is lightly browned and crisp.
- Flip and Add Toppings: Flip the bread to brown the other side. Reduce the heat to low to prevent burning, then spread basil pesto on the grilled side and layer the mozzarella cheese on top.
- Melt Cheese: Allow the cheese to melt slightly; you may turn off the heat if the bread is browning too quickly. This step ensures a gooey texture inside the sandwich.
- Assemble and Serve: Place tomato slices on top of the melted cheese, then cover with the second slice of grilled bread. Let the sandwich sit in the skillet for a minute to meld flavors before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh mozzarella for best melting and flavor.
- Adjust butter and pesto quantities to taste for richness and herbiness.
- Cooking on low heat after flipping prevents burning while allowing cheese to melt properly.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
- Optional: add a sprinkle of salt and pepper to the tomatoes to enhance flavor.
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