Helpful Tips
Storage
Best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be kept in the fridge for 1 day and reheated under the grill until hot and crisp.
Substitutions
- Cheese: Swap mozzarella for provolone, cheddar, or even ricotta.
- Toppings: Add prosciutto, mushrooms, or olives for a more pizza-like feel.
- Bread: Ciabatta or focaccia work if you don’t have sourdough.
- Extra flair: Rub the toast with a cut clove of garlic before adding toppings for even more punch.
Ingredients
- 2 slices thick sourdough bread
- 2–3 tbsp softened butter
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 4–6 slices fresh mozzarella, patted dry
- 1–2 heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced
- ½ cup passata (or marinara sauce), warmed
- 2 tbsp freshly grated parmesan
- Pinch of red pepper flakes or drizzle of chilli oil (optional)
- Salt & cracked black pepper, to taste
Directions
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter with grated garlic and chopped parsley until combined.
- Spread the garlic butter generously over the sourdough slices. Place in a hot skillet/frypan over medium heat and toast for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
- Remove the bread from the pan. Layer each slice with mozzarella and tomato, then season with salt and pepper.
- Place the slices under a hot grill/broiler for 3–4 minutes until the cheese melts and the tomatoes soften slightly.
- Spoon the warm passata over the toast, sprinkle with parmesan, and return it to the oven or grill until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Finish with a drizzle of chilli oil and enjoy immediately while hot.
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