Italian sandwich
Origin of the recipe
The Italian sandwich has its roots in Italy and has become popular not only within the country but also abroad. The history of the Italian sandwich goes back to traditional Italian bread, which was used to create sandwiches with various fillings. In Italy, sandwiches are often made with fresh, crusty bread, such as ciabatta or focaccia, and filled with a variety of ingredients—from cheese and cold meats to vegetables and sauces.
What do you need for cooking?
Ingredients
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Ciabatta
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Pesto sauce
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Cherry tomatoes
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Mozzarella
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Fresh basil
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Salt and pepper
Kitchen utensils
- Knife
- Board
Step-by-step recipe
Step 1:
Cut the cherry tomatoes into halves.
Step 2:
Cut the mozzarella into slices.
Step 3:
Cut slices of bread and spread them with pesto sauce.
Step 4:
Place mozzarella and tomatoes on buttered bread slices.
Step 5:
Season the filling with salt and pepper.
Step 6:
Add basil leaves and top with the second slice of bread.
Step 7:
Bake in the oven for 7-8 minutes at 180 degrees
Cooking tips
The sandwich can be grilled or pan-fried instead of baked. For best results, press the sandwich lightly when grilling.
Mozzarella should not be used in brine: it is too liquid and loses a lot of flavor when melted.
