caprese grilled cheese balsamic (Print Version)
Mozzarella, tomato, basil, and balsamic glazed sandwich with golden bread—a vibrant Italian-American comfort food.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Bread & Dairy
01 - 4 slices sourdough or rustic bread
02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
04 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
→ Vegetables & Herbs
05 - 1 large ripe tomato, sliced
06 - 8 to 10 fresh basil leaves
→ Condiments
07 - 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
01 - Spread softened butter evenly onto one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two bread slices, butter-side down, on a clean surface. Layer with mozzarella, tomato slices, and basil leaves. Season tomatoes and cheese with salt and black pepper.
03 - Drizzle one tablespoon of balsamic glaze over the tomato layer on each sandwich.
04 - Sprinkle with grated Parmesan if desired, then cover with the remaining bread slices, butter-side up.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place assembled sandwiches in the skillet and grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
06 - Remove sandwiches from heat, let rest for one minute, slice, and serve warm.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick twenty minute meal that feels restaurant special
- No obscure ingredients pantry and fridge basics
- Vegetarian friendly and easy to make gluten free
- Achieves that perfect balance of melty cheesy inside with crisp buttery bread
02 -
- High in protein and calcium
- Impresses as both a hearty lunch or light dinner
- Pairs perfectly with tomato soup or a green salad
03 -
- Always use fresh bread that is slightly stale for easier slicing and sturdier sandwiches
- Cheese that is sliced slightly thicker will melt more evenly and prevent overly soggy bread
- For the neatest drizzle pour balsamic glaze into a squeeze bottle or use a spoon and go slowly