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A sliced grilled cheese sandwich on a white plate by a red napkin.

Pesto Caprese Grilled Cheese


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  • Total Time: 9 mins
  • Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

  • 2 slices bread (I used rye)
  • 1 tablespoon prepared basil pesto
  • 34 tomato slices (enough to cover bread slice)
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Sliced mozzarella cheese (enough to cover bread slice)
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Spread pesto on 1 bread slice. Top with tomatoes and drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Season with pepper. Top with mozzarella slices and remaining slice of bread.
  2. Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium to medium-low heat. Cook sandwich on both sides until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes on each side.
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 mins
  • Category: Sandwiches
  • Method: Fry
  • Cuisine: Italian