Roasted Red Pepper, Basil & Provolone Sandwiches
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, pressed or more to taste
- 8 slices French or Italian bread baguettes, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch slices
- 6 slices provolone cheese
- 2-3 roasted red peppers, peeled, seeded and cut in 1-inch strips
- 1 bunch fresh basil, stems removed
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Line a baking sheet with foil. Mix garlic with oil. Lightly brush baking sheet with some of the oil mixture.
- Place half of the bread slices on prepared sheet. Place half of the cheese on bread slices. Top with roasted red peppers. Cover each with a layer of basil leaves.
- Top with remaining cheese and bread slices. Brush tops with garlic oil.
- Bake sandwiches uncovered until bottoms are golden, about 8 to 10 minutes. Turn sandwiches over and brush with more of the oil, as needed.
- Return to oven and bake until second sides are golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Serve hot or room temperature. Or cut crosswise into 1-inch slices for an appetizer.
olive oil, garlic, bread baguettes, provolone cheese, red peppers, fresh basil
Taken from food52.com/recipes/6549-roasted-red-pepper-basil-provolone-sandwiches (may not work)