Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of this open-face pesto sandwich featuring a flavorful combination of cheddar cheese, fresh tomatoes, and basil. Baked to perfection, this sandwich is a delightful treat for lunch or as an appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Baguette:
- 1 baguette sliced lengthwise
Pesto:
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
Cheese:
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Tomatoes:
- 2 large ripe tomatoes sliced
Other:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the baguette: Place the baguette halves cut side up on the baking sheet. Spread each half evenly with pesto.
- Add cheese and tomatoes: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the pesto layer. Arrange tomato slices on top of the cheese.
- Season and bake: Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Bake for 10–12 minutes until the cheese melts and the bread is toasted.
- Finish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh basil, and slice for serving.
Notes
- You can substitute mozzarella or provolone for cheddar if preferred.
- For extra crunch, broil for 1–2 minutes after baking.
- This sandwich is best served warm but can also be enjoyed at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 baguette
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
