Fresh Mozzarella Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Fresh Mozzarella Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup chopped onion; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree; 1 teaspoon grape jelly; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch slices; 8 slices sourdough bread (3/4 inch thick); 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 3/4 cup milk; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree
1 teaspoon grape jelly
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch slices
8 slices sourdough bread (3/4 inch thick)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter

1
In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, jelly, oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes, stirring several times.
2
Meanwhile, for sandwiches, arrange cheese on four slices of bread to within 1/2 in. of edges. Top with remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, combine the eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Dip sandwiches in egg mixture.
3
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add two sandwiches; toast over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining sandwiches and butter. Serve with tomato sauce for dipping.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup chopped onion, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 garlic clove, minced, 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree, and more.

Yes, Fresh Mozzarella Sandwiches falls under the General 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.

Fresh Mozzarella Sandwiches

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