BASIL-TOMATO GRILLED CHEESE

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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

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

  • On four 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 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 : Calories 467 calories, Fat 27g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Kirsty Tillotson
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This grilled cheese is the best thing I've ever eaten.


Usamahamid Hamid
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This grilled cheese is a game-changer.


Abdullah Musa
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I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Daniel Manasseh
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This grilled cheese is the perfect comfort food.


Chinoso Allen
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I can't wait to make this grilled cheese for my friends and family.


Shokran Jan
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This grilled cheese is a must-try!


Abdul Muqeet
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I'm going to make this grilled cheese again and again!


sebastian smith
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I added some sliced avocado to this grilled cheese and it was delicious.


Tina Pavlou
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I made this grilled cheese with sourdough bread and it was amazing!


Liz Pacheco
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This grilled cheese is a great way to use up leftover basil and tomatoes.


Abdulai Mamudu
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I love that this grilled cheese is made with fresh basil and tomatoes.


L Wheatley
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This grilled cheese is perfect for a quick and easy meal.


Manuel Gonzales
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I'm not a huge fan of grilled cheese, but this one is really good.


Shapopi Velonik
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This grilled cheese is so easy to make and it's so delicious.


Nayef Kedir
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I love the combination of basil and tomato in this grilled cheese.


Ashik Sifat
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This is the best grilled cheese I've ever had!


Md Rafi Hassan
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I made this grilled cheese for my kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Anju Abir
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This grilled cheese is amazing! The basil and tomato add so much flavor, and the cheese is melted to perfection.