Menu Planning Central

Making Life Easier Since 2007!

  • Home
  • About
    • Lifetime Member Update
  • Menus
    • Current Family Favorites Recipes
    • Family Favorites – Free Week
    • Family Favorites Menu Plan
    • Healthy 30 Minute Meals – Free Week
  • Recipes
  • Contact
  • Login
    • Affiliates
  • Cart

Hot & Melty Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, & Pesto Sandwich

Spread the love
         

Affiliate links are used in this post.

Hot & Melty Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, & Pesto Sandwich

 

Everybody loves a melty, soothing sandwich full of flavor!  This gorgeous sandwich can be made so easily and will quickly become one of your favorite ways to use your fresh tomatoes and basil from the garden or farmer’s market.

Hot & Melty Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, & Pesto Sandwich

 

For one sandwich you will need:

  • 2 Slices sandwich bread of your choice
  • ¼ Fresh Mozzarella Ball (sliced)
  • 3 Slices of Large Tomato
  • Handful of Fresh Basil
  • 1 Tbsp. Basil Pesto
  • 1 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Hot & Melty Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, & Pesto Sandwich

 

Step 1:  Wash your vegetables and herbs.  Pat the basil dry.

Step 2:  Preheat a stovetop skillet on low.

Hot & Melty Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, & Pesto Sandwich

Hot & Melty Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, & Pesto Sandwich

 

Step 3:  Slice tomato and mozzarella.

Hot & Melty Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, & Pesto Sandwich

 

Step 4:  Add olive oil to skillet.

Step 5:  Place both pieces of bread on the skillet.  Add pesto, mozzarella, tomato, and basil to bottom slice.

Hot & Melty Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, & Pesto Sandwich

 

Step 6:  Add the top slice.

Step 7:  Use a cast iron sandwich press to flatten the sandwich on the skillet.

Hot & Melty Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, & Pesto Sandwich

 

Step 8:  Cook approximately 4 minutes on each side, or until bread is crisp.

Step 9:  Remove from heat.  Serve immediately! YUM!

Hot & Melty Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, & Pesto Sandwich

 

print this recipe

The Hot & Melty Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, & Pesto Sandwich is included in our awesome Summertime Family-Friendly Menu Plan!  Check it out here.

Family-Friendly Summer Menu Plan graphic

 

 

 

Search this site…

Try Family Favorites Menu Plans for 7 Days - Free

Our Favorite Recipes

Planning Your Slow Cooker Meals

Spread the love
         

Spread the love         Affiliate links are used in this post. Do you know you’ll have a day this week when you’ll be running around all day? Do the kids have a full schedule of after-school activities that have you driving from one ball field to the next? That’s the perfect day to plan a slow cooker […]

Slow Cooker Tropical Pork

Slow Cooker Tropical Spiced Pineapple Pork Roast

Spread the love
    5    

Spread the love    5    Tropical spiced pineapple pork butt made slow and easy in your slow cooker.  It’s a little sweet, a little savory, and a little spicy too.    We’ve taken fresh pineapple and spicy jalapeno and paired them with toasted sesame oil, creamy peanut butter, five-spice powder, and fresh cilantro for power-packed burst of flavor […]

Gluten Free Valentine’s Day Recipes

Spread the love
    46    

Spread the love    46    With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, you may be thinking about whether to go out to dinner and chance a gluten cross contamination or having a romantic Gluten Free Valentine’s  Dinner at home. I have a few delicious gluten free Valentine’s day Recipes to share with you today.  They won’t keep you in the […]

Quick Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Quick Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Spread the love
    99    

Spread the love    99    This quick chicken shawarma recipe is sure to become a new family favorite! Packed with flavor, this easy stovetop chicken recipe comes together in less than 20 minutes once it is done marinating. Chicken shawarma is prepared on a vertical, rotating spit over open flames, so you may be surprised to see how […]

Apple-Cinnamon Slow Cooker Oats

Apple-Cinnamon Slow Cooker Steel Cut Oats

Spread the love
    80    

Spread the love    80    There is nothing better than waking up and having a delicious and healthy breakfast hot and ready! If your house is like mine, mornings are crazy busy so you will love the fact that this make-ahead recipe is prepared the night before. Your slow cooker will do all the work while you are fast […]

Apple & Herb Stuffed Pork Chops

Spread the love
    102    

Spread the love    102    This easy apple stuffed pork chop recipe is a delicious and healthy meal your whole family will love! Each and every bite of these delicious apple stuffed pork chops is loaded with incredible flavor. The fresh rosemary and lemon zest lend a light citrus nuance, while the apple and cinnamon add a depth […]

Make Pan Pizza at Home

Spread the love
         

Spread the love          I saw this cool video today that shows how to make pan pizza at home! Have you tried this? I’m gonna!

One Skillet Lemon Chicken Orzo

One-Skillet Lemon Chicken Orzo

Spread the love
    46    

Spread the love    46    This dish is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something quick and satisfying that won’t dirty every dish in your kitchen.  This recipe pairs bone-in chicken thighs with lemony orzo for a hearty meal you can have on the table in just over half an hour.  If you enjoy this dish,  […]

  • About
  • Contact
  • Member Login
  • Affiliates
  • Privacy & Disclosures
  • Terms

Copyright © 2026 · MenuPlanningCentral.com