French Toasted Mozzarella and Prosciutto Sandwiches

Name: French Toasted Mozzarella and Prosciutto Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 slices homemade-style white bread; 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 12 thin slices; 24 large basil leaves, rinsed and dried; 4 ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons milk; 12-1 cup dried breadcrumbs; ¼ cup pine nuts, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons olive oil (or more); salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
2
Place 6 slices of bread on a flat work surface, and arrange 1/2 of the mozzarella on the bread - trim and rearrange as necessary to cover each slice.
3
Divide the basil and prosciutto over the cheese.
4
Place the other 1/2 of the cheese over the prosciutto, arrange and trim as necessary again to cover.
5
Top with remaining bread slices, then trim off and discard the bread crusts.
6
In a shallow bowl combine the eggs and milk.
7
In another bowl combine the bread crumbs, pine nuts and 1/8 tsp each of salt and pepper.
8
Heat 1 1/2 Tbs of oil in a large skillet over high heat until hot.
9
Dip sandwiches into the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off, then dip into the bread crumbs mixture.
10
Coat the well.
11
When the pan is hot, reduce heat to medium-low and add half of the sandwiches.
12
Cook them about 3 min on each side or until they are nicely golden and the cheese has melted.
13
Place them in the oven to stay warm and repeat with the remaining oil and sandwiches.
14
Cut the sandwiches in half or quarters and serve warm.

1752

kcal

Calories

Fat

239

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 slices homemade-style white bread, 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 12 thin slices, 24 large basil leaves, rinsed and dried, 4 ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, French Toasted Mozzarella and Prosciutto Sandwiches falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!