Grilled Cheese with Pesto and Heirloom Tomatoes
Author Chris at Empty Nest Eats
Yield 2 sandwiches
Ingredients
- 4 slices bread, whole grain
- 4 slices cheese, any kind that melts well (See Cooking Secrets above)
- 1 heirloom tomato sliced into 6-8 thin slices
- 3 tablespoons prepared pesto (homemade or jarred)
- Optional – a few fresh basil leaves
- Butter, softened to room temperature
Instructions
- Spread the pesto on two slices of bread.
- On top of the pesto, place the slightly dry tomato slices, the cheese, and if using, a few leaves of fresh basil.
- Place another slice of bread on top. Lightly butter both the top and bottom of each sandwich.
- Grill over medium heat until crispy, golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove sandwiches to a cooling rack and cool a few minutes before serving and eating.
Recipe by Empty Nest Eats at https://emptynesteats.com/grilled-cheese-with-pesto-and-heirloom-tomatoes/