Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Elevate your grilled cheese game with these irresistible Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, a perfect fusion of comfort food and Mediterranean flavors. Made with crusty Italian bread, gooey fresh mozzarella, juicy Roma tomato slices, and fragrant basil leaves, this recipe takes a timeless classic to the next level. Each sandwich is brushed with decadent garlic butter for a golden, crispy exterior, while a drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a subtle tangy sweetness that perfectly complements the rich, cheesy filling. Ready in just 20 minutes, these sandwiches deliver gourmet taste with minimal effort, making them ideal for a quick lunch, an indulgent snack, or a cozy dinner. Serve hot off the skillet, and get ready for a symphony of flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Italian bread (sliced)
- 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella (sliced)
- 1 large Roma tomato (sliced)
- 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze
- 4 tablespoons Butter (softened)
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with garlic powder, and, if desired, a pinch of salt and black pepper. Set aside.
Place 4 slices of bread on a clean surface and layer each with 2 ounces of mozzarella slices.
Top the mozzarella with tomato slices (approximately 2-3 slices per sandwich) and a couple of fresh basil leaves.
Drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze (about 1/4 teaspoon per sandwich) over the basil and tomato layers.
Place the remaining slices of bread on top to create sandwiches.
Spread the prepared garlic butter on the outside of each sandwich, covering both the top and bottom slices of bread evenly.
Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Place the sandwiches in the skillet (work in batches if necessary) and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the mozzarella has melted.
Once cooked, remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for a minute before slicing in half.
Serve the Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwiches immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.0 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.5 g | 338% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 286 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 4026 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.1 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.0 g | ||
| Protein | 74.9 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1420 mg | 109% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 805 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
