Italian Braaibroodjie

Ingredients

Braaibroodjies

• 4 slices white bread
• 2 tbsp butter, softened
• 2 tbsp BlixSam Pasta a la Sam
• 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 250 g mozzarella cheese, sliced or grated
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves (optional)

Method

1. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
2. Sprinkle the buttered sides generously with BlixSam Pasta a la Sam.
3. Turn two slices over and layer with mozzarella cheese, tomato slices and onion slices.
4. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan and another light dusting of BlixSam Pasta a la Sam over the filling.
5. Add a few fresh basil leaves if using, then top with more mozzarella.
6. Close with the remaining bread, buttered side facing out.
7. Toast in a braai grid over medium coals, turning regularly for 8–12 minutes, until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese is melted.
8. Alternatively, toast in a sandwich press until golden brown and crisp.

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