Basil-Tomato Grilled Cheese

Name: Basil-Tomato Grilled Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
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

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield 4 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

The tastes of summer abound in this easy Italian-style grilled cheese sandwich. Not only is it delicious, it's super-fast, so you can get back to those summer outdoor activities. —Sylvia Schmitt, Sun City, Arizona

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

Nutrition Facts

1 sandwich: 467 calories, 27g fat (9g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 723mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein.

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