Fried Mozzarella Sandwiches

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Serves 4
Hands-On Time 10 min
Total Time 20 min
Nutritional Information
Nutritional Information

Per Serving
- Calories 493 calories
- Calories 48 calories from fat
- Fat 26 g
- Sat Fat 14 g
- Cholesterol 274 mg
- Sodium 710 mg
- Protein 23 mg
- Carbohydrate 39 g
- Fiber 2 g
- Iron 4 mg
- Calcium 170 mg
April 2005

Make 4 sandwiches by placing 1 layer of the cheese between 2 slices of the bread. Gently mash the sandwiches to seal in the cheese.Heat a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium heat. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk and season with the salt and pepper. Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in the skillet.Dip 2 of the sandwiches in the egg mixture to moisten both sides and place in skillet. Cook until browned and crisp, about 4 minutes per side, pressing with a spatula to seal. Wipe pan clean, add the remaining butter, and repeat with the other 2 sandwiches. Serve immediately.

Ingredients

8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced 1/4 inch thick
8 large slices (about 10 ounces) stale white bread
4 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions

Make 4 sandwiches by placing 1 layer of the cheese between 2 slices of the bread. Gently mash the sandwiches to seal in the cheese.
Heat a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium heat. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk and season with the salt and pepper. Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in the skillet.
Dip 2 of the sandwiches in the egg mixture to moisten both sides and place in skillet. Cook until browned and crisp, about 4 minutes per side, pressing with a spatula to seal. Wipe pan clean, add the remaining butter, and repeat with the other 2 sandwiches. Serve immediately.