**Grilled Tomato and Cheese Sandwiches: A Classic Comfort Food with Endless Variations**
Indulge in the timeless allure of grilled tomato and cheese sandwiches, a culinary delight that has captivated taste buds for generations. This classic comfort food is elevated to new heights with a medley of variations, each offering a unique flavor profile to tantalize your palate. From the simplicity of the classic combination of ripe tomatoes, melted cheese, and buttered bread to the more adventurous iterations featuring pesto, arugula, or even bacon, these sandwiches promise a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. Whether you prefer a quick and easy lunch option or a satisfying weekend brunch, grilled tomato and cheese sandwiches are the epitome of versatility and culinary satisfaction. Embrace the art of sandwich making and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the harmonious marriage of fresh tomatoes, melted cheese, and toasted bread.
GRILLED CHEESE AND TOMATO SANDWICHES
Grilled Cheese and Tomato Sandwiches are so easy and delicious, perfect for that lunchtime fix. Perfectly melted cheese surrounding a juicy tomato inside with toasted whole grain bread outside, make this sandwich the ultimate comfort food.
Provided by Country Crock®
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Country Crock®
Time 10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spread Country Crock® Spread on one side of each bread slice.
- Place 2 slices, Spread side down, in skillet. Top each with tomato, then cheese, then remaining bread slice, Spread side up.
- Cook until lightly browned on one side. Flip over and cook until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 59.5 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 573.6 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
GRILLED BACON, TOMATO AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
Dinner ready in just 20 minutes! Enjoy these cheesy skillet grilled sandwiches made using bacon and tomatoes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Top 4 of the bread slices with bacon, tomato and cheese. Cover with remaining bread slices. Spread outside of sandwiches with margarine.
- Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat until hot. Place sandwiches, 2 at a time if necessary, in skillet; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until golden brown, turning once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 3 g
GRILLED EGGPLANT, TOMATO AND 2-CHEESE SANDWICHES
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories lunch, main course
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Wash and trim eggplant. Cut into 4 long slices and parboil in water to cover for 1 minute. Drain.
- Wash, trim and slice zucchini lengthwise into 4 slices.
- Prepare double-size stovetop grill and spray the slices on one side with pan spray. Arrange them on the grill sprayed side down, and grill on the stovetop grill for a couple of minutes. Spray and turn and grill a few more minutes, until tender.
- Slice crust from ends of the bread. Cut into 4 long slices.
- Coarsely grate the cheeses.
- Remove the zucchini from the grill; set aside.
- Mix the anchovy paste with the vinegar.
- Spread the eggplant slices on one side with anchovy mixture, then spray with pan spray and grill on stovetop over medium-high heat for a few minutes, until browned.
- Grill the bread on both sides.
- Chop the basil. Prepare and slice each tomato into 4 thick slices.
- Turn the eggplant and brush with vinegar-anchovy mixture, then spray with pan spray and grill a couple of minutes, until browned on the other side.
- Arrange the eggplant, mozzarella, zucchini, Parmigiano, tomatoes and basil on each of two slices. Season with pepper. Top with remaining bread and cut in half.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 776, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 105 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 19 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 1310 milligrams, Sugar 29 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GRILLED TOMATO AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
Based on a recipe from Pam Spaude's & Jan Owan-McMenamin, R.D.'s cookbook, One Year of Healthy, Hearty & Simple One-Dish Meals. They recommend serving this with cottage cheese (1/4 cup per person), a fresh fruit, or a glass of milk to complete the meal. My DH and I like these for lunch accompanied with fruit. Per serving: 221 calories, 15.9 mg cholesterol, 493 mg sodium, 2.8 gm saturated fat, 7 gm fat.
Provided by mersaydees
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Take two bread slices and place cheese and tomato slices on top.
- Cover with remaining 2 slices of bread.
- Prepare skillet by spraying with nonstick cooking spray and toast both sides of sandwiches until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.4, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 9.1, Sodium 404.6, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 10.6
GRILLED CHEESE, PICKLE AND TOMATO SANDWICHES
I know I know! This sounds like a strange combo but I love weird sandwich combinations and I came up with this one using 3 of about my favorite foods in the world Pickles, Tomatoes and good old American cheese. Tastes delicious!
Provided by Little Bee
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 12m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Spread butter on one side each of 2 slices of bread.
- Place 1 piece of American cheese on a non-buttered side of bread.
- Place tomato slices on top of the cheese.
- Lay thin slices of dill pickle on top of tomato slices.
- Put other slice of bread, butter side up, on top.
- Fry in a pan until both sides are nicely browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.4, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 13.6, Sodium 545.9, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.1, Protein 8
Tips:
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This will make all the difference in the taste of your sandwich.
- Slice the tomatoes thinly so they cook evenly.
- Use a good quality cheese that melts well. Cheddar, mozzarella, and provolone are all good choices.
- Butter the bread before grilling. This will help it to brown and crisp up.
- Grill the sandwich over medium heat so the cheese has time to melt and the bread has time to toast.
- Serve the sandwich immediately with your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
Grilled tomato and cheese sandwiches are a classic summer lunch or dinner idea. They're easy to make, delicious, and a great way to use up fresh tomatoes from the garden. Follow these tips to make the best grilled tomato and cheese sandwiches: choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes, slice them thinly, use a good quality cheese that melts well, butter the bread before grilling, grill the sandwich over medium heat, and serve immediately. With these tips, you'll be sure to make the perfect grilled tomato and cheese sandwich every time.
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