Margherita Grilled Cheese
Servings: 2 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasonings
- 6 to 8 fresh basil leaves
- 1 beefsteak tomato sliced
- 3 ounces fresh mozzarella sliced
Instructions
- Preheat a cast iron skillet or pan on medium heat.
- Brush the outside slices of sourdough bread with the melted butter and sprinkle the Italian seasonings on the buttered bread.4 slices sourdough bread, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, ½ teaspoon Italian seasonings
- Once the bread is ready, build the grilled cheese sandwiches starting with the bread, then basil, tomato slices, mozzarella, and then top with another slice of buttered bread.1 beefsteak tomato, 6 to 8 fresh basil leaves, 3 ounces fresh mozzarella
- Place the sandwich into the preheated skillet, cover the pan with a lid, and cook everything on medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, checking regularly.
- Once the sourdough is nicely toasted, remove from the heat and serve it while it's still warm.
Notes
This recipe makes two sandwiches. They can be served with chips and salsa, soup, or any other side dish you want to eat.
Nutrition Facts
Margherita Grilled Cheese
Serving Size
1 sandwich
Amount per Serving
Calories
558
% Daily Value*
Fat
19
g
29
%
Saturated Fat
10
g
50
%
Trans Fat
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
5
g
Cholesterol
49
mg
16
%
Sodium
1091
mg
45
%
Potassium
597
mg
17
%
Carbohydrates
74
g
25
%
Fiber
5
g
20
%
Sugar
11
g
12
%
Protein
25
g
50
%
Vitamin A
1950
IU
39
%
Vitamin C
24
mg
29
%
Calcium
310
mg
31
%
Iron
6
mg
33
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
