Caprese Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Jalapenos
Basil pesto, juicy tomatoes and mozzarella cheese with a little heat from jalapeno make this grilled cheese sandwich taste absolutely delicious.
Basil pesto, juicy tomatoes and mozzarella cheese with a little heat from jalapeno make this grilled cheese sandwich taste absolutely delicious.
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | slices |
bread
sandwich, prefer whole grain |
|
| 4 | tablespoons |
basil pesto
basil, homemade or store-bought |
*
|
| 4 | slices |
beefsteak tomatoes
about 1/4-inch thick |
*
|
| 2 | each |
jalapeño pepper
freshly seeded and finely chopped, or jared |
*
|
| 4 | slices |
mozzarella cheese
1/4-inch, as same size as tomato slice, fresh or normal |
*
|
| 4 | tablespoons |
olive oil
for cooking |
|
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | slices |
bread
sandwich, prefer whole grain |
|
| 60 | ml |
basil pesto
basil, homemade or store-bought |
*
|
| 4 | slices |
beefsteak tomatoes
about 1/4-inch thick |
*
|
| 2 | each |
jalapeño pepper
freshly seeded and finely chopped, or jared |
*
|
| 4 | slices |
mozzarella cheese
1/4-inch, as same size as tomato slice, fresh or normal |
*
|
| 60 | ml |
olive oil
for cooking |
|
Directions
Spread each slice of bread evenly with ½ tablespoon of basil pesto.
Top flour slices with cheese slices, then place tomato slices over cheese.
Top with some jalapeno and remaining bread slices.
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet until hot over medium heat.
Add assembled sandwiches into skillet, cook until both sides are golden-brown and cheese melts, 4 to 6 minutes each side.
Serve hot.
