Tomato Grilled Cheese

Elevate your grilled cheese game with this Ultimate Tomato Grilled Cheese recipe. Perfectly crispy sourdough bread encases layers of gooey mozzarella and provolone, accented by juicy tomatoes and fragrant basil. This sandwich is a harmonious blend of simple yet vibrant flavors, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.

Ingredients

🍞 2 large slices sourdough bread
🥄 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🍅 1 tomato, sliced
🧀 4 slices mozzarella cheese
🧀 4 slices provolone cheese
🧂 A pinch of salt for the tomatoes
🌶️ A pinch of black pepper for the tomatoes
🌿 6 fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1- Preheat Skillet:

Start by preheating your skillet (preferably cast-iron) over low heat. This ensures a crisp, golden crust without burning.

2- Prep the Tomatoes:

Thinly slice the tomato and place the slices on a paper towel to absorb excess moisture. This step keeps your sandwich from becoming soggy.

3- Prepare the Bread:

Lay out the sourdough slices on your work surface. Evenly spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on one side of each slice.
Sprinkle some garlic powder over the mayonnaise.
Flip the slices over; the mayonnaise side will serve as the crust for the sandwich.

4- Assemble the Sandwich:

On the non-mayonnaise side of one bread slice, layer 2 slices of mozzarella cheese, followed by 2 slices of provolone cheese.
Arrange the tomato slices over the cheese, and season them with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Add the fresh basil leaves and top with the remaining mozzarella and provolone slices.

5- Close the Sandwich:

Place the second slice of bread on top, mayonnaise side facing outward.

6- Grill the Sandwich:

Place the sandwich in the skillet, mayonnaise side down. Cook until the bread is golden and crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
Carefully flip the sandwich and grill the other side until golden and the cheeses are melted to perfection.

7- Serve & Enjoy:

Once both sides are golden and the cheese is thoroughly melted, remove the sandwich from the skillet.
Allow it to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your delicious creation!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Calories: Approx. 600 per serving
Proteins: 30g
Fats: 40g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Equipment: Cast-iron skillet, paper towel, knife