Mozzarella & Roasted Pepper Sandwich

Ingredients · 2 servings

• 220 gCiabatta, split lengthwise
• 180 gFresh mozzarella, drained and sliced
• 160 gRoasted red pepper, drained and sliced
• 6 gBasil, leaves picked
• 18 gOlive oil
• 1 gSalt
• 1 gBlack pepper, freshly ground

Equipment

knife, cutting board, spoon, serving plate

Instructions

1. 1
   Prepare Station

   Gather ciabatta, mozzarella, peppers, basil, olive oil, salt, and black pepper; set out a knife, board, spoon, and serving plate. · 3 min

   What to look for: All ingredients and tools are visible and ready.

2. 2
   Slice Bread

   Slice the ciabatta lengthwise, then open it flat without tearing the hinge if using one loaf. · 2 min

   What to look for: The bread opens like a book with an even cut surface.

3. 3
   Dress Bread

   Drizzle olive oil over the cut sides, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper so the crumb tastes lightly seasoned. · 1 min

   What to look for: The cut crumb looks lightly glossy but not soaked.

4. 4
   Build Sandwich

   Layer mozzarella, roasted red peppers, and basil over the bottom ciabatta, keeping the cheese and peppers evenly distributed. · 3 min

   What to look for: The filling forms an even layer with red pepper, white cheese, and green basil visible.

5. 5
   Serve Sandwich

   Close the sandwich, press gently with your hands, cut into 2 portions, and serve while the bread is rustic and the cheese is creamy. · 1 min

   What to look for: The sandwich holds together and shows clean layers when cut.