Susan McBride’s (Mostly) Healthy Tomato-­Pesto Grilled Cheese

You’ll need:

Two slices of a hearty whole-­grain bread

One beefsteak or Roma tomato

Several slices of smoked mozzarella cheese

Pesto

Mayonnaise (preferably vegan)

Spread or butter

Set a skillet to medium heat. If desired, use olive oil or spray to keep sandwich from sticking.

Prepare two slices of bread by generously smearing one with pesto and the other with vegan mayonnaise. Cut two slices of beefsteak tomato (or more if you use a Roma tomato) and lay on top of the pesto. Cut two or three slices of smoked mozzarella (or smoked Gouda if you prefer). Place on top of the tomato and put your sandwich together. Before placing in skillet, smear spread or butter on top side of bread, then carefully flip sandwich so that butter-­side is down in the skillet.

While the sandwich is grilling, coat the top side of bread with butter or spread so that it’s ready when you need to flip it. Let the sandwich get nice and golden brown on each side so the cheese melts.

Carefully remove from the skillet and enjoy!