Ingredients

  • Bread: 2 thick slices of sourdough or Italian bread.

  • Cheese: 2 slices of mozzarella and 1 tablespoon of ricotta cheese.

  • Meat Sauce: 3 tablespoons of thick bolognese or marinara sauce mixed with cooked ground beef or sausage.

  • Butter: 1 tablespoon, softened.

  • Seasoning: A pinch of dried oregano and garlic powder.

  • Garnish: Fresh basil leaves.

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bread: Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Sprinkle the buttered side lightly with garlic powder.

  2. Layer the Filling: Place one slice of bread, butter-side down, in a cold skillet. Add one slice of mozzarella, the meat sauce, the ricotta cheese, and the second slice of mozzarella.

  3. Assemble: Place the second slice of bread on top, butter-side up.

  4. Toast: Turn the heat to medium-low. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.

  5. Serve: Remove from the heat, let it sit for one minute, and slice diagonally.