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Toasted Caprese Sandwich

This Toasted Caprese Sandwich layers roasted-garlic–smeared ciabatta with juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and slices of mozzarella, then bakes until hot and melty. The rosemary butter and a splash of balsamic add aromatic depth and tang, making it a comforting pick for lunch or a light dinner when you want classic caprese flavors with a toasty edge.

  • Prep25 mins
  • Cook50 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Toasted Caprese Sandwich
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Cut off the top of the head of garlic to reveal the cloves, trimming about 1/4 inch from the top of each clove. Drizzle the exposed cloves with olive oil, then wrap the head in a piece of aluminum foil. Place in the preheated oven and bake until the cloves are tender, about 35 minutes. Remove the garlic from the oven; leave the oven on. Squeeze the garlic from the cloves into a small dish and mash into a paste.

  3. 3

    Spread the butter on the cut sides of the bread, sprinkle with rosemary, and set on a baking sheet. Toast the bread in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and spread with the garlic paste. Top one half of the loaf with basil and tomatoes. Drizzle the tomato slices with balsamic vinegar. Top the other half of the loaf with sliced mozzarella. Return both sandwich halves to the baking sheet.

  4. 4

    Place in the hot oven and bake until the cheese is melted, about 10 minutes. Let the sandwich cool slightly before assembling. Cut into 4 pieces to serve.

About This Recipe

Toasted Caprese Sandwich is an Italian dinner recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Ciabatta Bread, Dried Rosemary, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 524.19 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Toasted Caprese Sandwich?
It is an Italian sandwich recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Toasted Caprese Sandwich made of?
The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Ciabatta Bread, Dried Rosemary, Fresh Basil, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese. The full list of 9 is above.
What goes well with Toasted Caprese Sandwich?
Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Toasted Caprese Sandwich?
About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 524.19 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Toasted Caprese Sandwich easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 4 steps.

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