Margherita Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

By ccavaletti

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 c shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 c shredded Parmesan cheese
• 3 tbsp thinly sliced fresh basil
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 12 slices bread, divided
• 1 large tomato, thinly sliced
• 1/2 c butter, softened

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese and next 4 ingredients. Spread cheese mixture over 6 slices. Top with tomato and remaining bread slices. Spread softened butter on both sides of sandwiches.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add sandwiches in batches, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side or until golden brown. Serve immediately.

Serve with Pasta and Bean Soup.

From Cooking with Paula Deen - March/April 2013