Open-Face Provolone Cheese Melt
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 10 min
Total Time: 15 min
Servings: 4
RECIPE INGREDIENTS
- 1/4 cup Filippo Berio Robusto Extra Virgin Olive Oil (approx.)
- 4 slices country-style bread (1-inch-thick slices)
- 4 thick slices mild provolone cheese
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, minced
- Salt
- Fresh ground black pepper
RECIPE DIRECTIONS
- Heat olive oil in large nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat. Working in batches if necessary, add bread slices; fry fir 1 to 2 minutes per side or until golden brown, adding more oil if needed. Transfer bread to serving dish.
- In same skillet, working in batches if necessary, briefly fry provolone; when cheese begins to melt, transfer to bread slices. Sprinkle with red wine vinegar, then thyme; season to taste with salt and pepper.