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Grilled Caprese Sandwiches





Total Time
30 mins

Here’s a gourmet marriage of grilled cheese sandwiches and Caprese salad, best made in summer, when tomatoes and basil are at their peak.

Grilled Caprese Sandwiches




Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Robyn Valarik
 8 slices (about 11 oz.) rustic sourdough or Italian country bread
 2 large garlic cloves, halved
 1 tablespoon olive oil
 8 slices (6 oz.) mozzarella cheese
 2 ripe heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced
 1/2 cup thinly sliced roasted red peppers
 16 large basil leaves
  About 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  About 1/2 tsp. pepper
Step 1
1

Rub a side of each slice of bread with a cut side of garlic and brush with oil. Layer the plain side of half the bread with cheese, tomatoes, and peppers, dividing evenly. Top with remaining bread, garlic side up.

Step 2
2

Cook 2 sandwiches at a time in a large frying pan over medium-low heat, covered, turning sandwiches once, until golden brown and cheese is melted, 6 minutes.

Step 3
3

Tuck 4 slices basil into each sandwich. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 4
4

Note: Nutritional analysis is per sandwich.

Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 349Calories from Fat 13
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.2g8%

Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Cholesterol 7.1mg3%
Sodium 1139mg48%
Total Carbohydrate 51g17%

Dietary Fiber 4.7g19%
Protein 25g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.