this is paywalled, but C&P inside - had this for dinner tonight (left off the basil, added peach slices) and it was fanfreakingtastic
Posted by
prayforwiggum (aka mayhem)
Sep 18 '24, 16:07
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Melty Caprese Sandwiches
Ingredients
measuring cup
Servings: 2 (makes 2 sandwiches)
1 large ripe tomato (9 ounces), cored, if desired, and sliced thick
Fine salt
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional; see headnote)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced or finely grated
2 soft, round Italian-style rolls, or other sturdy, soft rolls, split
6 slices (6 ounces) fresh mozzarella cheese
6 to 12 leaves fresh basil
Directions
Time Icon Total: 15 mins
Step 1
Position a rack 6 inches from your oven’s broiler element, and preheat the broiler on HIGH.
Step 2
Lay the tomato slices out on a large plate. Sprinkle evenly with a pinch of salt. Taste a small slice of tomato. If it’s lackluster in flavor, add a little drizzle of balsamic vinegar, if using, to the remaining slices.
Step 3
In a medium (10-inch) stainless-steel or cast-iron skillet over medium heat, heat the oil until it shimmers. Add the garlic and a pinch of salt. Let the garlic gently sizzle, swirling the pan occasionally, until very fragrant and just barely beginning to brown, about 45 seconds.
Step 4
Remove the pan from the heat. Add the rolls, cut side down, gently pressing the bread into the garlic oil so it soaks in. Flip the bottom halves of the rolls over, leaving them in the skillet. Transfer the top halves to a plate and set it nearby. (If there’s garlic left at the bottom of the pan, use a spoon to scoop it up and spread it onto the bread.)
Step 5
On the bottom half of each roll, fan out a few slices of tomato. Top each with 3 slices of mozzarella. Place the skillet under the broiler for about 3 minutes. Check on the sandwiches; if the cheese looks melty and a little runny, they’re ready. If the sandwiches need more time, add another 30 seconds to 1 minute of broiling, then check again. Remove from the broiler, top each sandwich with the basil and the other half of the roll, and serve.
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