Italian Mozzarella Sandwich

This simply delicious Mozzarella Sandwich is a refreshing lunchtime sandwich that blends the flavors of garlic, basil, olive oil, cheese and black olives.

This is just a suggested sandwich.

Of course you can add anything you like. Just make sure you use fresh mozzarella di bufala.

Sometimes I will add a few roasted red peppers and some prosciutto to this sandwich for a little added flavor.

For this Mozzarella Sandwich I rubbed some olive oil and garlic over the bread and toasted it before piling on the mozzarella.

This sandwich is great for a light lunch or afternoon snack. Enjoy!

SERVING: Makes 2 sandwiches

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 ciabatta buns
• 4 Tbls of extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove of garlic
• 8 medium slices of fresh mozzarella
• 1 cup of romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1/2 cup of sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained
• 10 pitted black olives
• Salt to taste
• Fresh ground black pepper to taste

PREPARATIONS:

1. Drizzle the oil over the bread and rub with garlic.
2. In a large skillet, place the bread face down and lightly toast until the bread is a light golden brown.
3. Layer the mozzarella over the bread.
4. Mix the lettuce and basil together.
5. Place the lettuce mixture on the mozzarella.
6. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and olives.
7. Season with salt and pepper

Source and picture: GreatChicago