delicious grilled caprese sandwich

How To Make delicious grilled caprese sandwich

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  NOTE: Cook time is only 2 to 3 minutes. Use good quality, whole milk mozzarella and homegrown tomatoes for best results.
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  Gather and prep all ingredients.
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  Slice tomatoes and place on a double or triple layer of paper towels; cover slices with another double layer of paper towels; press lightly to soak up excess juice; set aside.
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  In a small bowl, use a fork to mix together butter and garlic powder; set aside.
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  Preheat panini press, George Foreman grill, grill pan or skillet on medium high heat.
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  Evenly lay 1/2 of the sliced cheese on one slice of bread.
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  Lay basil leaves over cheese; lay tomato slices on top of basil; sprinkle salt over tomatoes.
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  Place kalamata olive halves over tomatoes; layer with remaining cheese.
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  Spread 1/2 of the garlic butter on one side of remaining slice of bread; place, butter side up, on top of cheese.
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  Now comes the kind of tricky part. Place the sandwich, buttered side down, on preheated grilling surface (I use a George Foreman grill.) Quickly spread top slice with remaining garlic butter, close lid and press.
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  Grill for 2 minutes or until cheese is melting and bread is nicely browned.
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  Serve immediately or while warm.
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