TOMATO SANDWICH FROM ITALY
This is a common lunchtime sandwich in Naples, Italy. When I lived there, I ate them at least three times a week. It is perfectly acceptable to add other stuff like capers, oregano, crushed black olives, etc. but the basic sandwich is so glorious that you really don't need to get complicated. This simple recipe is the epitome of summer to me. Feel free to modify to taste, but reme
Provided by David Lettvin
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 2 sandwiches, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- All ingredients in this recipe are to taste.
- Assume that each person will eat at least a half loaf sandwich.
- Build these sandwiches immediately before serving.
- Slice tomatoes to 1/4 or 1/2 inch slices.
- Crush lots of fresh garlic cloves.
- Chop some basil leaves leave some whole for decoration.
- Cut loaf of Italian bread in half crosswise.
- Slice each half loaf lengthwise but NOT all the way through as you would for a sub sandwich.
- Open each half loaf flat.
- Drizzle a good amount of olive oil on both sides of the loaf.
- Spread fresh garlic (to taste) on bottom of loaf.
- Spread some chopped basil (to taste) on bottom of loaf.
- Lay tomato slices on bottom of loaf slightly overlapping.
- Add more garlic if desired.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
- Add some whole basil leaves for decoration.
- Serve open for eye appeal.
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Bannu Khan
[email protected]I love this tomato sandwich! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to use fresh basil from my garden, but dried basil will work just fine.
Baban Mundi
[email protected]This tomato sandwich is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and perfect for a quick lunch or snack. I like to use a variety of tomatoes in my sandwich, such as heirloom tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, and Roma tomatoes.
Choiyan Md.choiyan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I actually enjoyed this sandwich. The tomatoes were ripe and flavorful, and the cheese and basil helped to balance out the tartness. It's a good sandwich for people who are looking for a light and refreshing meal.
Jamshed Bhatti
[email protected]This tomato sandwich is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. It's also a very affordable and easy-to-make sandwich. I like to add a few slices of avocado to my sandwich for extra flavor.
Delmy Bonilla
[email protected]I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I gave it a try. The sandwich is surprisingly delicious! The tomatoes are juicy and flavorful, and the cheese and basil add a nice touch. It's a great sandwich for a quick lunch or snack.
Saima36 Manzoor
[email protected]OMG! This tomato sandwich is the best! It's so simple to make, but it's packed with flavor. I love the way the acidity of the tomatoes cuts through the richness of the cheese. It's the perfect sandwich for a hot summer day.
Kantojoy Tanchangya
[email protected]I've made this tomato sandwich recipe several times and it's always a hit. The key is to use high-quality ingredients, especially the tomatoes. I also like to add a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper to the tomatoes before assembl
Donna Wilson
[email protected]This tomato sandwich may look basic, but it packs a punch in flavor. I love the combination of the sweet and tangy tomatoes with the creamy cheese and the aromatic basil. It's a great sandwich for a light lunch or snack.
Toyba Dawood
[email protected]I followed the recipe and it turned out fantastic! The sandwich was so simple yet so delicious. The tomatoes were perfectly ripe and flavorful, and the cheese and basil added the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again!
Faizan Fayaz
[email protected]This tomato sandwich recipe is a delightful explosion of flavors! The combination of fresh, juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil is a match made in heaven. I highly recommend trying this recipe for a quick and easy lunch or snack.