Basil-Tomato Grilled Cheese Recipe

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The tastes of summer abound in this easy Italian-style grilled cheese sandwich from Sylvia Schmitt of Sun City, Arizona. Not only is the Basil-Tomato Grilled Cheese delicious, it's super-fast, too. Put together all four in about 20 minutes so you can get back to those summer outdoor activities. Says Sylvia, “I am always busy, especially around lunchtime, so I need something that is very quick and easy to prepare, but it also has to be very tasty and satisfying as well.”

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Basil-Tomato Grilled Cheese Recipe
  • Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
  • Yield: 4 Servings
10 10 20

Ingredients

  • 8 slices Italian bread (3/4 inch thick)
  • 8 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 2 large plum tomatoes, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

  • On four slices of bread, layer cheese and tomatoes; sprinkle with the basil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Top with remaining bread.
  • In a small bowl, combine the oil, cheese and garlic powder; brush over the outsides of each sandwich.
  • In a small skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 467 calories, 27 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 34 mg cholesterol, 723 mg sodium, 34 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 23 g protein.

Originally published as Basil-Tomato Grilled Cheese in Simple & Delicious July/August 2007, p20

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Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2012 by hondapcgirl1

Very good. Hubby wanted seconds, which is unusual, so it MUST be very good. Easy and a nice fresh lunch.

Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2012 by collectorkerri

An excellent way to use fresh tomatoes and basil from the garden. I used ciabatta bread, which made them pretty tall, so I would recommend a panini press or George Foreman grill if you have one to keep the ingredients together

Reviewed on Nov. 03, 2011 by gibshoe

This is a great grilled cheese sandwich! Perfect for adults, especially. Lots of flavor and very filling.

Reviewed on Sep. 26, 2011 by Caroliney82

What a treat! Made a terrific lunch. My sister in law and all the kiddos loved it!

Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2011 by Weedavey

Simply amazing, melts in your mouth. I even made it with rye bread as it's healthier and that worked really well.

Reviewed on Jan. 19, 2011 by ejt325

I was so excited to make this, and it turned out to be a huge disappointment. It was alright but not worth the tedious time and effort.

Reviewed on Dec. 19, 2010 by jess77

Wow, this is really yummy. But holy cow that's a lot of fat and calories!!

Reviewed on Jul. 18, 2010 by suunylou

Best grilled cheese I ever made. Extra special with fresh basil from my herb garden.

Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2010 by reblchan

Delicious! I baked my own fresh italian bread to use in this recipe and it was fabulous. I didn't have any balsamic vinegar on hand so I just left it out. My husband and I loved them!

 
 

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