Best Tomato Basil American Cheese Sandwich Recipes

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FRESH TOMATO, BASIL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH



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This is a low good fat version of a grilled cheese seasoned with fresh and dried herbs and garden fresh tomatoes. I used a regular pan but for ease you can use a nonstick pan.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 8m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 slices bread
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 pinch dried Italian seasoning
1 1/2 ounces sliced low-fat cheese
2 slices fresh tomatoes
2 -4 fresh basil leaves
pepper

Steps:

  • Mix oil and dried herbs and spread on 1 side of both slices of bread.
  • Preheat non stick pan to medium heat.
  • Seasoned side down add slice of cheese, tomato, fresh ground pepper, basil and other slice of cheese topping with second slice of bread seasoned side up.
  • Place in pan with a weight on it and cook for 1 minute till browned flip and cook for an other minute till cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 8.9, Sodium 518.3, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.4, Protein 14.6

TOMATO, BASIL, & AMERICAN CHEESE SANDWICH



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Make and share this Tomato, Basil, & American Cheese Sandwich recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 slices fresh white bread
2 slices fresh ripe tomatoes
3 -4 fresh basil leaves
1 -2 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 slices American cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Spread Mayo on one side of both slices of bread place basil leaves on Mayo then tomato and cheese on one slice.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place slice of bread on top and slice in half side to side or corner to corner& enjoy.
  • Hopefully you get the best summer tomatoes that when eating this the juice drips and makes you feel like a kid!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.7, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 31, Sodium 857.9, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 4.2, Protein 12.7

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.

THREE-CHEESE AND BASIL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH



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A grown-up version of grilled cheese sandwiches.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Grilled Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon mayonnaise
2 slices bread
1 slice jalapeno Jack cheese
1 roma tomato, thinly sliced
1 slice mozzarella cheese
4 leaves fresh basil, chiffonade (rolled and cut into ribbons)
1 slice Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a cast iron or nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Spread 1/2 teaspoon mayonnaise on each slice of bread. Place bread slices mayo-side down in the hot skillet. Place jalapeno Jack cheese on 1 slice of bread, and top with tomato slices. Place mozzarella cheese on the other slice, top with basil, then top with Cheddar cheese. Cook until bread turns golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Carefully invert the piece with the tomato onto the piece with the basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 805.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

TOMATO & BASIL FINGER SANDWICH



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Have a lot of tomatos from your garden? Here is a nice way to use some of them and treat yourself and family. Recipe from Eatingwell. com

Provided by 1PugMom2

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices whole wheat bread
8 teaspoons reduced-fat mayonnaise, divided
4 thick slices tomatoes
4 teaspoons sliced fresh basil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • A smear of reduced-fat mayonnaise and a little fresh basil allow perfectly ripe tomatoes to shine.
  • Cut bread into rounds slightly larger than your tomato-a biscuit cutter works well. Spread each slice with 2 teaspoons mayonnaise. Top with tomatoes, basil, salt and pepper.

TOMATO, CHEESE, BASIL TEA SANDWICHES



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This is a dainty tea sandwich that is just delicious. Instructions are so that you will get two rounds out of one piece of bread, but if you can't, use a larger cookie cutter, but you will need more bread to make eight little sandwiches. These little ones are not open-faced but have a cover on them.

Provided by Mimi in Maine

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 8 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 slices white bread (cut into 16 round shapes)
2 tablespoons soft butter
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
8 small tomatoes, slices (to fit bread rounds)
8 slices provolone cheese
16 fresh basil leaves
salt and pepper
olive oil

Steps:

  • Cut 16 small rounds of bread (to make 8 sandwiches) with a round cookie cutter--should be able to get two out of each piece of bread, otherwise, use a larger cutter and more bread.
  • Spread one of the rounds with a little butter and then a little mayonnaise.
  • Top each with a slice of tomato, cheese round, and a couple of basil leaves (each should fit the bread round).
  • Lightly salt and pepper each one and put a couple of drops of olive oil on top.
  • Place other bread round on top.
  • Refrigerate till ready for the tea.

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