Best Tomato Cheese Crunch Recipes

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FRESH MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO



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Looking for a quick appetizer idea? Then check out this cheese and fresh tomatoes recipe that requires no cooking at all and is ready in just 30 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • On round plate, arrange tomato and cheese slices alternately. Drizzle oil and vinegar over tomatoes and cheese. Sprinkle with basil and pepper.
  • Let stand at room temperature 20 minutes to blend flavors. Cover and refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

GRILLED TOMATO AND CHEESE



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Butter does more for a grilled cheese than just browning the bread. Using cultured butter, one made with fermented cream, can add depth and a touch of sweet and tangy richness, thereby elevating the sandwich to new heights.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large or 2 medium heirloom or beefsteak tomatoes
Kosher salt
Eight 1/3- to 1/2-inch-thick slices Pullman bread
12 slices sharp Cheddar or American cheese
6 tablespoons cultured butter, softened

Steps:

  • Thinly slice the tomatoes and lay them on a paper towel. Sprinkle with salt and let sit to release any water, about 15 minutes. Pat dry.
  • Lay out 4 slices of the bread on a work surface. Layer each with 2 slices of cheese, making sure that they cover to the edges. Follow with 2 slices of tomato and then 1 more slice of cheese. Close the sandwiches with the remaining bread. Thinly and evenly spread the butter on both sides of the bread using about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the butter for each sandwich.
  • Place 2 sandwiches into a nonstick medium skillet over medium heat. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook until the bread is evenly golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip, cover again and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is visibly melted, about 2 minutes more. Repeat with the remaining sandwiches.

KALAMATA OLIVE, TOMATO, AND CHEESE MELT



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Rotini pasta is tossed with tomatoes, kalamata olives, and peppers, topped with feta and Cheddar cheeses, and baked until golden brown and bubbly. Delicious.

Provided by CINDYOWE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
½ medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
½ cup red wine
20 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
⅔ cup crumbled feta cheese
⅔ cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute onion, jalapeno, and green bell pepper until onions are soft and translucent. Stir in tomatoes, wine, and kalamata olives. Simmer 15 minutes. Toss pasta with sauce until evenly coated. Pour into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with feta cheese and Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake 5 minutes in the preheated oven. Set oven to broiler setting. Broil for 5 minutes, or until topping is golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.9 calories, Carbohydrate 62.1 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 814.5 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

CRUSTLESS TOMATO QUICHE



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Make and share this Crustless tomato Quiche recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup grated gruyere cheese
1 small onion, thinly sliced
2 plum tomatoes, thickly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
4 eggs
1 cup 2% evaporated milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In bottom of lightly greased 9 inch quiche dish or pie plate, spread cheese.
  • Layer onion, then tomato slices over cheese.
  • Sprinkle basil over tomatoes.
  • Beat together eggs with milk, salt and pepper.
  • Slowly pour egg mixture over tomatoes.
  • Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until filling is just set in the centre.

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