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Open Faced Grilled Cheese with Tomato

Heavenly Open Faced Grilled Cheese with Tomato Delight

Delight in this Open Faced Grilled Cheese with Tomato, a comforting and customizable dish perfect for anyone looking to elevate their snack game.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 slices Sourdough or French Bread Thick slices preferred to hold toppings.
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Cheese Gouda, cheddar, or pepper jack recommended.
For the Tomatoes
  • 1 medium Fresh Tomato Slice thinly for best results.
For the Herb Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Softened.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs Basil or oregano recommended.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 medium Avocado Sliced.
  • 1/4 cup Grilled Onions For added flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the broiler and position the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat.
  2. Combine softened butter with fresh herbs in a small bowl to make herb butter.
  3. Toast bread slices under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Spread an even layer of herb butter on the toasted side of the bread.
  5. Layer cheese over the buttered side of the toast evenly.
  6. Add thinly sliced tomatoes evenly over the cheese.
  7. Return to the broiler for 2-4 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a gourmet twist, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or caramelized onions to your creation.

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