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Caprese Toastie

06 October 2024

Elevate your lunches with this delightful Caprese Toastie, bursting with the flavours of a European summer. Enjoy the simplicity of sweet tomatoes, fresh basil and mozzarella melding together in a crisp, golden delight. For those who love greens, you could also add some rocket or baby spinach to this toastie.

Time to cook: 10, Serves: 1

Ingredients:

  • 2 slices sourdough, or bread of choice
  • 1 tbsp pesto, we used one heaped tbsp  
  • 50g (1.7oz) mozzarella cheese, 2 slices
  • ½ tomato, sliced, we used a roma tomato 
  • 5 basil leaves
  • 1 tsp balsamic glaze 

Method:

Spread the pesto onto both pieces of bread. 

Layer on the cheese and tomato slices. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Place a few basil leaves on top and finish with some balsamic glaze. 

Place the other piece of bread on top, pesto side down. 

Toast in a sandwich press for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown. 

Slice in half and serve.

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