Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary delight that combines the comforting flavors of grilled cheese with the vibrant freshness of tomato and basil. This delectable sandwich elevates the classic to new heights, promising an explosion of flavors and textures in every bite. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the steps of creating this irresistible grilled cheese sandwich, ensuring a perfect balance of melted cheese, tangy tomatoes, and aromatic basil.
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BASIL-TOMATO GRILLED CHEESE
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
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.
TOMATO-BASIL GRILLED CHEESE
My teenager and I were in a lovely coffee shop and she was hungry for a sandwich. She never eats vegetables but loved this, so of course I had to duplicate it at home. -Kathryn Hudson, Bethel Park, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Layer the cheese, basil and tomatoes on four bread slices. Sprinkle tomatoes with salt and pepper. Top with remaining bread. Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter., Cook in a preheated panini maker or indoor electric grill until bread is browned and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
GRILLED CHEESE WITH TOMATO AND BASIL
These sandwiches were cooked on a grill, but a skillet would work just as well. Choose your favorite kind of cheese. We prefer a variety that melts easily, such as Gouda or Swiss, but cheddar is also good.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. Arrange 4 slices, buttered side down, on clean work surface. Divide cheese evenly among 4 slices of bread. Arrange tomato slices over cheese, cutting slices in half to fit if necessary. Scatter basil leaves over tomatoes. Top with remaining slices of bread, buttered side up.
- Place sandwiches on a medium-hot grill, off direct heat. Cook until bread is golden and cheese is beginning to melt, about 4 minutes depending on heat of grill.
- Turn sandwiches over, and continue grilling until bread is golden and cheese is completely melted. Move to a slightly cooler part of the grill to melt if bread is darkening too much.
GRILLED CHEESE WITH TOMATO AND BASIL
Make Grilled Cheese with Tomato and Basil for a bruschetta-style twist! This tasty grilled cheese with tomato sandwich comes together lickety-split.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place 1 Singles on each of 2 bread slices; top with basil and tomatoes. Cover with remaining Singles and bread slices to make 2 sandwiches.
- Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter.
- Cook in nonstick skillet on medium heat 2 to 3 min. on each side or until Singles are melted and sandwiches are golden brown on both sides.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 780 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 14 g
ITALIAN GRILLED CHEESE-N-TOMATO
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 12m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat a grill pan over medium low to medium heat. Heat oil and garlic in a small pot over low heat. Brush 4 slices of the bread with garlic oil on 1 side. Place garlic oil side down on the grill. Top with sliced cheese, tomato and basil. Place another slice of bread on top of each sandwich. Brush sandwiches with garlic oil. Press sandwiches with heavy skillet or a brick covered with tin foil. Toast sandwiches on both sides to melt cheese.
GRILLED TOMATO AND CHEESE
Butter does more for a grilled cheese than just browning the bread. Using cultured butter, one made with fermented cream, can add depth and a touch of sweet and tangy richness, thereby elevating the sandwich to new heights.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Thinly slice the tomatoes and lay them on a paper towel. Sprinkle with salt and let sit to release any water, about 15 minutes. Pat dry.
- Lay out 4 slices of the bread on a work surface. Layer each with 2 slices of cheese, making sure that they cover to the edges. Follow with 2 slices of tomato and then 1 more slice of cheese. Close the sandwiches with the remaining bread. Thinly and evenly spread the butter on both sides of the bread using about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the butter for each sandwich.
- Place 2 sandwiches into a nonstick medium skillet over medium heat. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook until the bread is evenly golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip, cover again and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is visibly melted, about 2 minutes more. Repeat with the remaining sandwiches.
GRILLED CHEESE WITH TOMATO
Tricia Curley puts a tasty Italian twist on a lunchtime tradition. The Joliet, Illinois cook's speedy skillet sandwich features mozzarella, tomato slices, oregano and basil.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 1 serving.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Place one slice, butter side down, in a skillet; top with half of the cheese. Layer with tomato and remaining cheese; sprinkle with oregano and basil. Top with remaining bread, butter side up. Cook over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
Nutrition Facts :
FAST ITALIAN GRILLED CHEESE
Provolone cheese, tomato slices and basil leaves make up the satisfying filling for these flame-broiled sandwiches. Lightly brushed with Italian salad dressing, they're sure to become family favorites. -Melody Biddinger Costa Mesa, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Layer the basil, tomato and cheese on two slices of bread. Top with remaining bread. Brush outsides of sandwiches with salad dressing. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 1022mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
THREE-CHEESE AND BASIL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH
A grown-up version of grilled cheese sandwiches.
Provided by Yoly
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Grilled Cheese
Time 10m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat a cast iron or nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Spread 1/2 teaspoon mayonnaise on each slice of bread. Place bread slices mayo-side down in the hot skillet. Place jalapeno Jack cheese on 1 slice of bread, and top with tomato slices. Place mozzarella cheese on the other slice, top with basil, then top with Cheddar cheese. Cook until bread turns golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Carefully invert the piece with the tomato onto the piece with the basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 805.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
GRILLED CHEESE AND TOMATO SANDWICHES
Grilled Cheese and Tomato Sandwiches are so easy and delicious, perfect for that lunchtime fix. Perfectly melted cheese surrounding a juicy tomato inside with toasted whole grain bread outside, make this sandwich the ultimate comfort food.
Provided by Country Crock®
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Country Crock®
Time 10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spread Country Crock® Spread on one side of each bread slice.
- Place 2 slices, Spread side down, in skillet. Top each with tomato, then cheese, then remaining bread slice, Spread side up.
- Cook until lightly browned on one side. Flip over and cook until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 59.5 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 573.6 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
TOMATO-BASIL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES
All the flavors of Pizza Margherita in fewer than 20 minutes make this the perfect meal for the whole family. My daughters call them "those special grilled cheese sandwiches." -Donna Fazenbaker, Goldsboro, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Layer the cheese and tomato slices over two bread slices; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with basil leaves and remaining bread. Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter., In a small skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 605mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
TOMATO-BASIL GRILLED CHEESE
Discover a Tomato-Basil Grilled Cheese that's great for weekends. With basil, tomato and American cheese, you will love this Tomato-Basil Grilled Cheese.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Spring 2010
Time 15m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Fill bread slices with Singles, tomatoes and basil.
- Spread outside of sandwich with margarine.
- Cook in skillet on medium heat 3 min. on each side or until golden brown on both sides.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 730 mg, Carbohydrate 29 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 14 g
TOMATO BACON GRILLED CHEESE
A yummy meal that you and your kids will love! A simple golden brown grilled cheese sandwich with the twist of bacon and tomato. Hope you enjoy!
Provided by MISSY189
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Spread butter onto one side of each slice of bread. Lay 4 slices of bread, butter side down, in the skillet. Top with a slice of cheese, 2 slices tomato, bacon, and another slice of cheese. Cover with a slice of bread, butter side out. Fry sandwiches until golden on both sides.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 557 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 104.1 mg, Fat 38.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 21.4 g, Sodium 1696.1 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
FRESH TOMATO, BASIL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH
This is a low good fat version of a grilled cheese seasoned with fresh and dried herbs and garden fresh tomatoes. I used a regular pan but for ease you can use a nonstick pan.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 8m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix oil and dried herbs and spread on 1 side of both slices of bread.
- Preheat non stick pan to medium heat.
- Seasoned side down add slice of cheese, tomato, fresh ground pepper, basil and other slice of cheese topping with second slice of bread seasoned side up.
- Place in pan with a weight on it and cook for 1 minute till browned flip and cook for an other minute till cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 8.9, Sodium 518.3, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.4, Protein 14.6
GRILLED TOMATO, BASIL, AND GOAT CHEESE SANDWICHES
Categories Sandwich Cheese Tomato Vegetarian Summer Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Cut baguette crosswise in half. Cut each half lengthwise in half to form 4 pieces total. Combine oil, garlic, and herbs in small bowl. Brush all cut sides of bread with half of oil mixture.
- Grill bread, cut sides down, until lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Remove from grill. Quickly spread cut sides of toast with goat cheese. Top with tomatoes and olives, dividing equally. Drizzle remaining oil mixture on top.
- Return open-face sandwiches to grill. Cook until bottom sides are toasted, cheese melts, and tomatoes begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Cut each sandwich diagonally in half and serve.
Tips:
- Choose the right cheese. A good melting cheese is essential for a grilled cheese sandwich. Some good options include cheddar, mozzarella, Gruyère, and fontina. Tip: For a flavorful sandwich, use a combination of two or more cheeses.
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes. The tomatoes should be firm and juicy, with no signs of bruising or blemishes. Tip: For the best flavor, use tomatoes that are in season.
- Slice the tomatoes thinly. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from making the sandwich soggy. Tip: Use a sharp knife to get clean, even slices.
- Use fresh basil. Basil adds a delicious flavor to the sandwich. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but it won't be as flavorful. Tip: For the best flavor, add the basil just before serving.
- Butter the bread. This will help the sandwich brown evenly and prevent it from sticking to the pan. Tip: Use unsalted butter so that you can control the amount of salt in the sandwich.
- Cook the sandwich over medium heat. This will help the cheese melt evenly and prevent the bread from burning. Tip: Keep an eye on the sandwich so that it doesn't burn.
- Serve the sandwich immediately. Grilled cheese sandwiches are best when served hot and gooey. Tip: You can also serve the sandwich with a side of tomato soup or a green salad.
Conclusion:
Grilled cheese with tomato and basil is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always delicious. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a sandwich that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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