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

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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

 

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