READY IN 10 mins

Smoked Mozzarella and Pesto Sandwich

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"Just made this for myself and it was so amazing that I had to share my recipe! Use fresh smoked mozzarella and not the American version of that stiff mozzarella. Can be found in gourmet and specialty shops. I also add Provolone, but havarti, Swiss or yogurt cheese can also be used. You can make just one sandwich or use a long sourdough or French roll for a semi-large gathering." — veggigoddess

Directions

Spread a thin layer of pesto sauce onto one side of one piece of bread. Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise onto one side of the other piece of bread. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the pesto and mayonnaise. Layer the provolone and mozzarella cheese onto one slice, top with lettuce and tomato, and the other slice of bread.

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PREP 10 mins
READY IN 10 mins

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Jul 05, 2005

This in just like the sandwich my local pizza place makes, only they add a pounded chicken breast. I eat at least one a week!

—BRIDESTEIN

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Dec 01, 2008

Very good! This makes a fantastic panini if you leave off the lettuce and brush the assembled sandwich very lightly with extra virgin olive oil before grilling to a nice golden brown. We sometimes add other tasty veggies like thinly sliced red onion, bell pepper and chopped artichoke hearts. It's even good if you only have regular (not smoked) mozzarella on hand. YUM!

—SwanInWA

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Jun 02, 2005

Great idea. I didn't use tomato and lettuce. Instead I added black olives and heated the entire thing to melt the cheese. Next time I'll try adding more pesto sauce or maybe a bit of pizza\marinara. Thanks.

—Smadera

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Sep 02, 2009

I really thought I would love this bc I often make sandwiches just like this all the time with cheese and tomato. I don't know if I wasn't as hungry as I thought or what, though, bc I ate only half the sandwich. I toasted everything except the lettuce and let the cheese melt, then topped with lettuce. I left out the mayo (can't stand it) and used sun dried tomato pesto. Something, though, didn't hit it for me. Maybe the lettuce? Thanks for the recipe!

—pomplemousse

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May 08, 2009

I loved it! But I may be partial. I'm a big fan of cheese. I put on everything but the lettice & tomato & brushed it with olive oil & grilled it on my George Forman grill like a panini, then I added the lettice & tomato. Its good!!!

—Renee Z

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Nutrition

Calories
603 kcal
30%

Carbohydrates
34.8 g
11%

Cholesterol
57 mg
19%

Fat
39.7 g
61%

Fiber
2.9 g
12%

Protein
28.2 g
56%

Sodium
1145 mg
46%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Smoked Mozzarella and Pesto Sandwich

Serving Size: 1/1 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 603
Calories from Fat: 357

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 39.7g 61 %
Saturated Fat 14.3g 71 %
Cholesterol 57mg 19 %
Sodium 1145mg 46 %
Potassium 375mg 10 %
Total Carbohydrates 34.8g 11 %
Dietary Fiber 2.9g 12 %
Protein 28.2g 56 %
** Sugars 3.6g
Vitamin A 25 %
Vitamin C 16 %
Calcium 93 %
Iron 34 %
** Thiamin 31 %
Niacin 57 %
Vitamin B6 16 %
Magnesium 19 %
Folate 56 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.