Grilled Caprese

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   Preheat the broiler.

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   In a small bowl, add the hot water over the tomatoes and let sit for 15 minutes; drain tomatoes and pat dry; finely chop the tomatoes.

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   In the same bowl, toss together the tomatoes, mozzarella, lemon zest, basil, and pepper.

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   To make the sandwich: brush one side of each slice of bread with the oil.

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   Place 4 slices on a work surface, oiled side down.

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   Distribute the mozzarella mixture evenly over the 4 slices.

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   Place the remaining 4 bread slices on top, oiled side up; press gently to compress the sandwiches.

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   Heat a large ovenproof skillet over med-high heat for 2 minutes.

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   Put the sandwiches in the skillet in batches if necessary, cover, and cook for 2 minutes or until the undersides are golden brown and the cheese has started to melt.

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    Uncover, and turn the sandwiches using a spatula, pressing firmly to flatten them slightly.

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    Cook for 1 minute, or until the undersides are golden brown and the cheese has fully melted.

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    Sprinkle the parmesan over the tops of the sandwiches and transfer skillet to the broiler.

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    Watching carefully, broil until the cheese bubbles and browns lightly (30 seconds to 1 minute); serve immediately.

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