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Cheesy Garlic Tomato Sandwich

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1servings
18 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logPlan-friendly portions
Cheesy Garlic Tomato Sandwich

About this recipe

Indulge in a sandwich that combines the irresistible taste of melted cheese with fresh tomatoes, infused with the aromatic flavor of garlic. This recipe transforms a simple sandwich into a gourmet experience perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or snack.

Ingredients

  • 2 slices of sourdough bread
  • 2 slices of provolone cheese
  • 1 medium heirloom tomato, sliced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons garlic butter
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • Sprinkle of black pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to broil.

  2. 2

    Mix the minced garlic into the butter to create a garlic butter.

  3. 3

    Spread the garlic butter on one side of each bread slice.

  4. 4

    Place one slice of bread, butter side up, on a baking sheet.

  5. 5

    Layer on a slice of provolone, tomato slices, a drizzle of olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.

  6. 6

    Season with salt and pepper, then top with the remaining cheese slice.

  7. 7

    Cover with the second bread slice, butter side up.

  8. 8

    Broil for 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bread is golden.

Chef's tip

For best results, use ripe heirloom tomatoes and fresh sourdough bread. Adjust the amounts of salt and pepper to suit your taste.

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