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Italian grilled cheese with melted cheese and tomato on crisp bread.
Rogliano's

Italian Grilled Cheese

A crisp Italian grilled cheese or panini where Rogliano's is brushed on the bread instead of butter.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sandwich
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 slices thick sourdough bread
  • 8 slices mozzarella or provolone
  • 8 slices tomato, patted dry
  • 4 ounces thin-sliced salami or ham, optional
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves or shredded romaine
  • 3 tablespoons Rogliano's Authentic Italian Dressing, plus more as needed for brushing

Method
 

  1. Heat a skillet, griddle, or panini press over medium heat.
  2. Brush the outside of each bread slice lightly with Rogliano's.
  3. Layer cheese, tomato, optional meat, and basil or romaine between the bread.
  4. Cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the bread is crisp and the cheese is melted.
  5. Rest one minute, slice, and serve warm.