Best Italian Grilled Cheese N Tomato Recipes

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ITALIAN GRILLED CHEESE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup giardiniera (Italian hot vegetable salad), drained
1/4 cup salad olives (green olives with pimiento)
8 slices good quality crusty white bread, 1/2-inch thick slices
8 slices deli cut provolone cheese
4 tablespoons softened butter

Steps:

  • Heat griddle to medium.
  • In a food processor pulse chop the salad and olives into a fine relish. Spread 4 slices of bread with relish and top each with 2 slices cheese and 4 more slices of bread. Butter the outside of the sammies with softened butter and grill until golden on both sides, 4 to 5 minutes total. Cut and serve.

BASIL-TOMATO GRILLED CHEESE



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The tastes of summer abound in this easy Italian-style grilled cheese sandwich. Not only is it delicious, it's super-fast, so you can get back to those summer outdoor activities. -Sylvia Schmitt, Sun City, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices Italian bread (3/4 inch thick)
8 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 large plum tomatoes, sliced
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • On four slices of bread, layer mozzarella cheese and tomatoes; sprinkle with the basil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Top with remaining bread. , In a small bowl, combine the oil, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder; brush over the outsides of each sandwich. , In a skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467 calories, Fat 27g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

ITALIAN GRILLED CHEESE



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These sandwiches are a delicious, dressed-up version of the traditional favorite. The pocket of melted mozzarella or provolone cheese and a crisp crumb coating give these hot sandwiches a tasty twist.-Vera Ambroselli, Lehigh Acres, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices Italian bread (1 inch thick)
4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese or provolone cheese
3 eggs
1/2 cup 2% milk
3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Cut a 3-in. pocket in each slice of bread; place a slice of cheese in each pocket. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, Italian seasoning and garlic salt. Soak bread for 2 minutes on each side. Coat with bread crumbs. , Cook on a hot greased griddle until golden brown on both side and cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 186mg cholesterol, Sodium 856mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

GRILLED TOMATOES



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Perfect, easy, and yummy!

Provided by Lynne2478

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Drizzle the olive oil over the cut sides of the tomatoes, and sprinkle with garlic, salt, and black pepper.
  • Place tomatoes, cut sides up, onto the preheated grill, and grill until the tomatoes start to sizzle and show blackened grill marks, about 4 minutes. Flip the tomatoes over and grill until the garlic turns golden brown, about 3 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 149.1 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

ITALIAN GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES



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I came up with this recipe for my niece. I combined grilled cheese sandwiches with garlic bread. Its tasty, its quick and its the perfect appetizer for friends, family and unexpected guests. Use a firm white bread for best results.

Provided by NYCDAVE

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup unsalted butter
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
12 slices white bread
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese
1 (24 ounce) jar vodka marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven's broiler.
  • Place 6 slices of bread onto a baking sheet. Spread a small handful of the mozzarella cheese over each slice. Top with the remaining 6 slices of bread. Mix together the butter and garlic powder, brush some over the tops of the sandwiches, or spread with the back of a tablespoon. Sprinkle with dried oregano.
  • Place baking sheet under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes, until golden brown. Remove pan from oven, flip sandwiches, and brush the other sides with butter, and sprinkle with oregano. Return to the broiler, and cook until golden, about 2 minutes.
  • Cut sandwiches in half diagonally, and serve immediately with vodka sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1031.9 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

HERB AND EGG SCRAMBLE WITH GARLIC TOAST AND SLICED TOMATO



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John and I keep a small bottle of truffle oil in the cupboard. We drizzle it on these eggs for an extra-special finish. Try it some time. The eggs are pretty tasty as-is, too. The recipe easily adjusts, as do the potatoes and the toast in this meal, to feed 1 or more. Enjoy.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 18m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 eggs, beaten
4 ounces garlic and herb cheese (such as Boursin or Alouette) or, cream cheese, cut or crumbled into small pieces
3 tablespoons chives, chopped -- about 12 blades
Salt and black pepper
A few drops hot sauce
2 tablespoons butter or extra-virgin olive oil
4 plum or Roma tomatoes, sliced lengthwise
Smoked salmon, sliced ham or salami, chopped -- optional additions for the eggs
8 slices white, wheat, soft sliced Italian or whole grain bread
2 large cloves garlic, cracked away from skin
4 tablespoons softened salted butter

Steps:

  • Whisk eggs with cheese and chives and season with salt and pepper and a few drops hot sauce. Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add butter or extra-virgin olive oil to the pan. Heat butter or oil, then add eggs. Add the optional addition, if desired, at this point. Scramble to desired consistency and serve with a sliced plum tomato per person, seasoned with salt and pepper, alongside the eggs. Pass garlic toast at table: rub hot toast with cracked garlic, then butter as usual.

GRILLED CHEESE & TOMATO SANDWICH



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I started liking grilled cheese & tomato sandwiches years ago at a little restaurant near my office. I would go about three times a week to order a grilled provolone cheese & tomato sandwich. Today I wanted something different, something a little spicier, so I made up the following recipe. I thought it was delicious! Hope you try it and enjoy it!

Provided by Paulette

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 1 sandwich

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 slices bread
2 slices tomatoes
2 slices swiss cheese (or your favorite kind)
2 teaspoons mayonnaise (or mayo to your taste)
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1 pinch italian seasoning
1 pinch garlic powder or 1 pinch minced garlic
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Spread both slices of bread with a light layer of mayo.
  • Put slice of cheese on one piece of bread.
  • Add tomato slices.
  • Sprinkle with salt, pepper& Italian Seasoning.
  • Cover tomato slices with other slice of cheese, then cover with other piece of bread.
  • In the meantime, heat griddle or pan with butter and garlic power or minced garlic.
  • Also spread butter on top of each side of bread.
  • Grill until sandwich is brown on both sides and cheese is melted.

GRILLED CHEESE WITH TOMATO



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Tricia Curley puts a tasty Italian twist on a lunchtime tradition. The Joliet, Illinois cook's speedy skillet sandwich features mozzarella, tomato slices, oregano and basil.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter, softened
2 slices Italian bread
1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 slices tomato
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Place one slice, butter side down, in a skillet; top with half of the cheese. Layer with tomato and remaining cheese; sprinkle with oregano and basil. Top with remaining bread, butter side up. Cook over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.

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