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Crisp and Melty Caprese Panini

Featuring a medley of fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic basil pesto stylishly sandwiched between golden brown sourdough, this Crisp and Melty Caprese Panini is your ticket to a quick and divine gourmet sandwich creation at home which is ready in less than 15 minutes.
5
16 min
TOTAL TIME
587
CALORIES
$2.01
PER SERVING
Crisp and Melty Caprese Panini
Directions
8 STEPS
6 min
PREP TIME
10 min
COOK TIME
16 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Set a skillet or frying pan over medium heat
2
Spread half of the softened butter on one side of each slice of sourdough bread
3
Lightly toast the buttered side on the skillet until it turns golden brown, then remove from heat.
4
Next, place the slice of fresh mozzarella cheese over the basil pesto.
5
Place the sliced tomatoes over the mozzarella, and finish off by placing the second slice of sourdough on top, toasted side down.
6
Spread the remaining butter on top of the assembled sandwich and place it back in the skillet. Cover the skillet with a lid to help the cheese melt
7
After about 2-3 minutes, flip the sandwich carefully and toast for another 2 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted and the sandwich has turned a beautiful, crispy golden brown on both sides.
8
Remove from heat and let it cool for a minute or two before slicing it in half and serving.
Health Info
Macros
62g
CARBS
27g
FAT
22g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
MEDITERRANEAN
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
TREE NUTS
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