A grown-up grilled cheese with an Italian spin is just what this spring
(Original post date March 5, 2019 / Links and post updated Dec 22, 2022)
There is nothing I love more on a not too hot not too cold spring day than a grilled cheese sandwich. But, sometimes I need to turn it up a notch. That is when this Caprese Grilled Cheese sandwich comes into play.
My kids love grilled cheese sandwiches, it is truly the #1 request for lunch year-round. Now even though I love them myself sometimes mommy needs something different. Something more adult. Something that doesn’t shout my kids picked out my lunch again.
How to Make Caprese Grilled Cheese sandwiches
- Parmesan crusted, super cheesy and, and full of fresh flavors is a lot easier to achieve then what it sounds!
- Place parmesan onto a shallow plate.
- Spread one side of bread slices with olive oil mayo and press into parmesan Place bread, cheese side down on a working surface.
- Assemble sandwiches by placing provolone cheese on half the slices, place tomato slices and basil on top of the cheese finally take the other piece of bread parmesan cheese side up on top.
- Then toast up both sides of the sandwiches in a nonstick skillet.
So when those tomatoes come back in season and the fresh basil is filling up your garden just pair it with some perfectly melted provolone cheese and place it between two slices of irresistible Parmesan crusted Italian bread and you have a simple delicious meal!
I prefer a rustic Italian bread one that is chewy in the middle but crunchy on the outside but really any bread you like will work for this recipe.
You can but only a generous pinch. Dried herbs are more potent in flavor a little will go a long way.
Yes, use it the same way as you regular for this recipe.
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Caprese Grilled Cheese
Ingredients
- 8 slices Italian Herb Bread
- 4 tbsp olive oil mayo
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 8 slices vine ripe tomato 1/4 inch thick
- 8 fresh basil leaves torn into pieces
- 4 slices smoked provolone cheese
Instructions
- Place parmesan onto a shallow plate.
- Spread one side of bread slices with olive oil mayo and press into parmesan, coating completely. Place bread, cheese side down on a working surface. Assemble sandwiches by placing provolone cheese on half the slices, place tomato slices and basil on top of the cheese finally take the other piece of bread parmesan cheese side up on top.
- In batches, in a nonstick skillet cook sandwiches over medium heat until bread is crisp and golden and the provolone has melted. Takes about 2-3 minutes per side.
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This sounds SO delicious! I love every ingredient listed ?
Thank you! I hope you enjoy!
I had no idea you can also grill the cheese.
I was usually having it with fresh mozzarella only, but sounds like a really good combo!
Yes you can coat the outside of the bread with cheese you just have to make sure you grill low and slow so you can get the melted middle without burning the outside!
Uhh YES! This looks like the EXACT thing I want right now, but I think I’m going to wait until tomato season is here. Sometimes the tomatoes are just so bland, you know. Definitely saving this for later!
Yes!! I love garden season because you can just smell the tomatoes on the plant and they taste so much bolder!! I really hope you enjoy during tomato season!
How yummy! Grilled cheeses are so tasty- what a fun twist on a classic.
xoxo A
http://www.southernbelleintraining.com
Thank you so much!!
I do love a grilled cheese, and the fillings in this sound so good! Look forward to giving this a go!
I hope you enjoy!!
I am in love with grille cheese already. This looks SO good and I’m sure it would knock my socks off!
Thank you!
Looks so delicious! Making me hungry!
Kasey Ma
http://www.TheStyleWright.com
Thank you, hope you got something to eat!
This looks so amazing! I know what I’m having for lunch this week!
I hope you enjoy!!
I love the term “Grown-up Grilled Cheese”! This sounds like a much more sophisticated version of grilled cheese than I am used to. Can’t wait to try it!
Thank you, and I can’t take the credit for the name my daughter called it that when she was 4 and it kind of stuck!
my mouth is literally salivating! Now that I can’t have meat on Fridays, I am going to try this for next week.
I honestly love vegetarian food more then meat based food lol. If you are looking for more meatless meals for your Fridays check out Veggie Loaded Parmesan Gnocchi with Citrus Garlic Pesto or Vegan Dirty Rice or you can have pizza White Herb Pizza
This definitely does look like the perfect grilled cheese!! Seriously, this is one of my favorite comfort foods for sure!! Thanks for sharing!Love it.