Caprese Grilled Cheese
Buttery grilled bread wrapped around melted fresh mozzarella, tomato, and basil—the classic Italian salad as a warm, crispy sandwich. Ready in under 10 minutes.
- Total time
- 8 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 12g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Slice the tomato into 4 thin rounds, then gently pat dry with a paper towel.
Step 2
Layer 2 oz mozzarella, 2 tomato slices, and 3 basil leaves between two bread slices.
Step 3
Heat a skillet over medium until a drop of water sizzles, then add butter and let it foam.
Step 4
Slide the sandwich into the skillet and cook until the bottom is golden brown, 2–3 minutes.
Step 5
Flip and cook the other side until golden and the cheese melts, another 2–3 minutes.
Step 6
Slice in half diagonally and serve immediately while the cheese is still warm.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- paper towels
- 10-inch skillet
- spatula
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