Crispy sandwich melting mozzarella, basil, and tomato with tangy sauce, toasted in an air fryer.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread & Dairy
01 - 4 slices sourdough or Italian bread
02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
04 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
→ Vegetables & Herbs
05 - 1 medium ripe tomato, thinly sliced
06 - 8 fresh basil leaves, torn
→ Sauces & Seasonings
07 - 4 tablespoons pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
08 - 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Method:
01 - Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two bread slices on a cutting board, buttered side down.
03 - Spread 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce evenly onto each bread slice.
04 - Arrange mozzarella slices, tomato slices, and torn basil leaves over the sauce.
05 - Sprinkle grated Parmesan, dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper over the toppings.
06 - Place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side up, forming the sandwiches.
07 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 2 minutes.
08 - Place sandwiches in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook for 4 minutes, then flip and cook an additional 4 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
09 - Allow sandwiches to cool slightly, then slice and serve immediately.
