Classic Mozzarella in Carozza

1. 1

   Place the mozzarella pieces on 4 slices of the bread.

2. 2

   Cover with the 4 remaining slices of bread to form sandwiches.

3. 3

   Trim the crusts off to make perfect 4-inch squares.In a wide shallow bowl, whisk the eggs.

4. 4

   Add the cream, thyme, salt and nutmeg and whisk until well blended.

5. 5

   In a 10 to 12-inch nonstick saute pan, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium-high heat until smoking.

6. 6

   Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and cook until the sizzling subsides.

7. 7

   Dip 2 of the sandwiches into the egg mixture, turning to coat, place in the pan, and cook until golden brown on the first side, about 2 minutes.

8. 8

   Flip over and brown on the other side.

9. 9

   Transfer the sandwiches to individual plates and repeat the process with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon butter and 2 sandwiches.

10. 10

    Cut in half and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.