Smoked Mozzarella Sandwiches With Tomatoes Two Ways

Name: Smoked Mozzarella Sandwiches With Tomatoes Two Ways
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅔ cup sun-dried tomato, bits; 1 clove garlic, minced; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons olives, chopped; 8 slices sourdough French bread; 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, preferably smoked; 3 vine ripe tomatoes; 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar; 1 cup fresh dried leaf basil

Servings: persons

⅔ cup sun-dried tomato, bits
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olives, chopped
8 slices sourdough French bread
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, preferably smoked
3 vine ripe tomatoes
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 cup fresh dried leaf basil

1
Place sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl and cover with boiling water.
2
Let stand 10 minutes.
3
Squeeze dry.
4
Mash garlic and salt into a paste.
5
Transfer to a bowl and whisk in 1 tbsp.
6
oil, lemon juice and red-pepper flakes.
7
Add tomatoes to the oil/garlic dressing along with the olives.
8
Mix well.
9
Spread tomato tepanade over 4 bread slices.
10
Arrange cheese slices on top and sprinkle with black pepper.
11
Place tomato slices on top and season with salt and vinegar.
12
Top with several basil leaves and set remaining bread slices on top.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅔ cup sun-dried tomato, bits, 1 clove garlic, minced, ¼ teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Smoked Mozzarella Sandwiches With Tomatoes Two Ways 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!