Fancy Cheese Prosciutto Sandwich (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Bread & Spread
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Thick cut sourdough or rustic bread, 2 slices
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Butter for coating
→ Cheese & Meat
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Half a ball of fresh mozzarella
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One handful of mixed shredded cheese (try cheddar, mozzarella or gruyere)
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Three slices of prosciutto
→ Flavors & Spices
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Two tablespoons of fresh basil pesto
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4-5 fresh basil leaves
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Salt and pepper according to preference
# Instructions:
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Start by heating your pan on a low-medium setting. Grab your bread, butter one side of a slice, then put it down on the counter with the buttered side facing down.
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Start building your masterpiece with a layer of shredded cheese, then add prosciutto, followed by mozzarella slices, basil, and a dollop of pesto. Add a pinch of salt and pepper, then cap it with your second bread slice. Butter the top of this slice.
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Drop your creation into the heated pan and let it sizzle slowly for around 5 minutes per side. You want a nice golden-brown crust outside while the cheese gets all melty inside.
# Notes:
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Mixing fresh and shredded cheeses makes for the ultimate gooey center
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Cooking slowly over lower heat gets you that crispy outside everyone loves
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Don't worry about sticking to specific cheeses - use what's in your fridge