Caprese Grilled Cheese
This Caprese grilled cheese offers everything a traditionalist would expect, but has the power to win over a whole new generation with it's Mediterranean twist on the classic sandwich. Sweet basil, juicy tomatoes, and fresh melted mozzarella are sandwiched between two perfectly crisped slices of thick buttered bread making this a truly gourmet grilled cheese sandwich.
Servings: 2
Calories: 563kcal
Ingredients
- 4 thick slices of french bread
- 2-3 to matoes sliced
- 6 oz. mozzarella sliced or shredded
- 8-10 fresh large basil leaves
- 2-3 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- balsamic vinegar optional
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet to medium heat.
- Spread butter on one side of all four slices of bread. Sprinkle the Parmesan evenly over the butter.
- Put all four pieces of bread, buttered side down into the skillet.
- Lay, or spread, mozzarella on all pieces of bread.
- Cover with a lid to keep the heat in and melt the cheese.
- Once the cheese is melted, lay the basil and sliced tomatoes on top of the cheese.
- If using vinegar, drizzle a tiny bit ( I use 1/2 tbsp) over top of the tomatoes now.
- Assemble the sandwiches by putting the tops on.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 563kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 106mg | Sodium: 1088mg | Potassium: 436mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2222IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 730mg | Iron: 3mg