Making breakfast in the morning with doozy eyes feels quite troublesome sometimes. But what if you can use a recipe that is easy to make, doesn’t take much time, and is also nutritious? Sounds compelling right?

Well… that’s what my creamy, cheesy, and flavorful tomato sandwich recipe is like. You already know tomatoes are pactful of nutrients to be the star of your meal. But by adding a handful of ingredients, this easy-to-prepare sandwich becomes irresistible too.

My family loves this juicy yet crispy sandwich. And that’s what your story will be once you’ve gone through my step-by-step recipe for making the perfect grilled tomato cheese sandwich in no time.

What Is a Tomato Cheese Sandwich?

A tomato cheese sandwich is a simple delicious meal, made by layer fresh tomatoes and cheese on slices of bread. The juiciness in the tomatoes and the creaminess in the cheese mix in perfect balance in both texture and taste.

It is a sandwich that can be enjoyed in many ways, be it cold with fresh ingredients or a toasted one where the bread will be crispy, golden brown, crusty, and oozing with cheese inside. This is a classic sandwich, its origin being embedded in European and American cuisine, where the three ingredients of bread, cheese, and tomatoes have been staples for decades.

The tomato cheese sandwich is always on hand to help in case one wants something small and light or when a snack just will not suffice. This delicious simplicity makes this particular type of sandwich timeless and sure to keep coming back for more once someone tries it.

How to Make a Tomato Cheese Sandwich?

To make the tomato you’ll first prepare the creamy sandwich mixture using cream, cheese, mayonnaise, and some seasonings.

Then layer your sandwich with the creamy spread, fresh tomato slices, and mozzarella cheese. Lastly, grill the sandwich with butter and voilà! Serve hot and enjoy.

Not feeling confident enough? Don’t worry. Just follow the detailed version of this recipe below. You’ll find some balanced side dish pairing ideas too in the end.

Tomato Cheese Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients

For the Creamy Spread:

⅓ cup cream cheese
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Salt to taste
½ teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon chili flakes
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped coriander leaves
1 teaspoon sugar

For the Sandwich:

2 large red tomatoes, sliced into rounds
4 bread slices
¼ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded or sliced)
1 tablespoon butter (for grilling)

Directions

I hope you’ve made sure to keep all the ingredients at a hand length first. It’ll spare you the trouble of cleaning a messy kitchen countertop while also saving cooking time. Next, let’s get started with the making process

In a clean bowl first take ⅓ cup of cream cheese.

Now let’s add 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise.

Add salt to taste next.

Now add ½ teaspoon of oregano, ½ teaspoon of chili flex, and ½ teaspoon of black paper.

Now add 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh coriander cloves.

Next, add 1 teaspoon of sugar to the mixture.

After that, take up a whisker and mix all the ingredients properly. And your creamy sandwich mixture is ready.

Now take 2 big-sized fresh tomatoes. Using a sharp knife cut them horizontally to get the round-shaped slices.

I’m making 2 sandwiches, so as you can see I’m gonna work with 4 bread slices at a time. And now, it’s time to take out the mixture you prepared earlier.

Spread a good amount of the creamy sandwich mixture evenly on each bread slice.

Next, use the tomato slices to layer on top of the mixture for only two bread slices. Since my tomatoes were pretty big I’m using 4 tomato slices on each bread.

After that, it’s time to add 1 layer of mozzarella cheese. Only on the bread slices with tomato of course.

Now, take the remaining bread slices without the tomato and mozzarella layer. Place them on top to cover and complete the sandwiches. Then, press gently to make sure all the layers stay together nicely.

With the press, your tomato sandwiches are ready to be grilled. In a grill pan add 1 tablespoon of butter now. Then place the sandwiches in your preheated grill pan and start grilling. Flip them at intervals to avoid burning one side.

Keep the flipping going until the breads turn golden with brown strips. That’s when you know the bread has got a crispy texture.

Then take the sandwich out of the pan and enjoy it as it is. Or, using a sharp knife you can cut each sandwich horizontally while it’s still hot and then enjoy with your favorite dipping.

Side Dish Ideas for Tomato Cheese Sandwich

This tomato cheese sandwich is a must-try with tomato soup for a comforting meal. Even better if you pair it with some garlic aioli for dipping.

Also, you can try french fries to complement the softness and cheesiness of your sandwich. Pair them with the last twist of fresh green salad for a refreshing addition.

For drinks, you can pair the creamy tomato sandwich with masala chai. However, I like the iced tea better.

Chef’s Tips

Use ripe but firm tomatoes to avoid excess moisture as it can make the sandwich soggy.
For extra crispiness, you should grill on low-medium heat. Doing so will allow the bread to toast evenly without burning.
While flipping the sandwich be careful not to spill the layers. Also, do not flip too much to avoid having a cheese mess on your pan.
You can use clean toothpicks to keep the layers together while grilling or cutting the grilled sandwich.

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