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Caprese Grilled Cheese
Gourmet grilled cheese with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil
Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
easy
Total Time
18 min
quickvegetariangrilled-cheesecomfort-food

Ingredients
8 slices sourdough bread
8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
2 large tomatoes, sliced
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
4 tbsp butter, softened
2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition
Calories
420
105 per serving
Protein
18g
36% DV
Fat
24g
34% DV
Carbs
35g
12% DV
Macronutrient Breakdown
Protein17%
Fat51%
Carbs33%
Fiber
03g
% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet
Step-by-Step
1
Slice tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Let drain on paper towels.
2
Butter one side of each bread slice.
3
Place bread butter-side down in a skillet.
4
Layer mozzarella, tomato slices, and basil on 4 slices.
5
Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
6
Top with remaining bread slices, butter-side up.
7
Cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
8
Cut diagonally and serve hot.