With fresh tomatoes and melted cheese, these Broiled Tomato Sandwiches are sure to be a new favorite!
Ingredients :
4 slices sourdough bread
3 tablespoons olive oil or as needed, divided
2 cloves garlic divided
4 Roma tomatoes ripe, room temperature
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
1 ounce shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
fresh basil leaves or parsley, for serving
Directions :
Turn broiler on to high heat (500°F) and arrange an oven rack about 4" from the broiler.
Brush sourdough with olive oil on both sides. Place on a pan and broil 2 minutes per side or just until golden.
Remove from the oven and immediately rub one side of the toasted bread with one of the garlic cloves. Set aside.
Slice tomatoes ½" thick.
Mince the remaining clove of garlic and mix it with 1 tablespoon olive oil and Italian seasoning. Brush over each side of the tomatoes and place on a baking sheet. Top each tomato slice with shredded cheeses evenly.
Broil tomatoes 2-3 minutes or just until cheeses are browned and bubbly.
Top each slice of toast with warm tomatoes and drizzle with balsamic reduction. Sprinkle with fresh herbs.
