Fire Roasted Tomato Grilled Cheese with Basil

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter, softened, or olive oil
• 12 slices white, wheat or gluten-free bread
• 8 slices white, wheat or gluten-free bread
• 1 1/2 cups Muir Glen Organic Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes, well drained
• 12 large basil leaves

Preparation

1. Step 1 Spread butter or brush oil on 1 side of each bread slice.
2. Step 2 Arrange 6 slices bread, buttered/oil side down, on work surface, and place handful of shredded cheese, 1/4 cup diced tomatoes and 2 basil leaves on each bread slice.
3. Step 3 Top with remaining 6 bread slices, buttered sides up.
4. Step 4 In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook 2 sandwiches at a time over medium heat until golden brown and cheese just melts; repeat for remaining sandwiches.

Recipe Tips

• Save the drained tomato water for a delicious cocktail.
• Serve with a green salad or vegetable side.