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A delicious bruschetta grilled cheese sandwich with melted cheese

Bruschetta Grilled Cheese Sandwich

This Bruschetta Grilled Cheese Sandwich combines the fresh flavors of bruschetta with the comforting goodness of a grilled cheese, featuring diced tomatoes, basil, garlic, and mozzarella melted between two slices of sturdy bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sandwich Ingredients
  • 2 slices sturdy bread (sourdough, ciabatta, or thick-cut white bread)
  • 1/2 cup low-moisture, part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
Bruschetta Mixture
  • 1/4 cup finely diced fresh tomatoes (Roma or cherry)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves thinly sliced (chiffonade)
  • 1 small clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (plus more for grilling)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Balsamic glaze (optional, for serving)

Equipment

  • small bowl
  • non-stick pan
  • griddle
  • spatula
  • cutting board

Method
 

Bruschetta Preparation
  1. Combine diced tomatoes, chiffonaded fresh basil, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl; stir gently and set aside.
Sandwich Assembly
  1. Lay out two slices of bread, then layer generous amounts of mozzarella on one slice. Spoon half the bruschetta mixture over the cheese, top with more mozzarella, and place the second slice of bread on top.
Grilling
  1. Lightly butter or brush olive oil on the outer sides of the sandwich. Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat, then place the sandwich in the hot pan.
Cooking to Perfection
  1. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy with melted cheese, gently pressing down for even browning.
Serving
  1. Transfer the sandwich to a cutting board, slice in half diagonally if desired, and serve hot, with an optional drizzle of balsamic glaze.

Notes

For best results, use sturdy bread to hold up to the bruschetta mixture. Do not overfill the sandwich, as it can make grilling difficult. A cast-iron pan also works beautifully for a crispy crust.