Ingredients

The following ingredients have 3 Servings
  • 1/2 inch thick disk of best quality provolone cheese
  • 1 - 2 ripe tomatoes (cut into slices )
  • slices of fresh bread (we recommend Italian style)
  • fresh herbs to taste ((I used thyme))
  • red pepper flakes
  • olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste ((sea salt flakes are excellent))

Instruction

  • Slice the tomatoes and arrange on a platter. Season with fresh herbs and a little salt and pepper as desired.
  • Add a little olive oil to a small frying pan and season with a pinch of red pepper flakes and more fresh herbs.
  • Lay the disk of cheese in the bottom of the frying pan and turn the heat down to low. Cook until the bottom begins to take on a bit of a crust. Mind the heat to prevent the cheese from melting or scorching. You want it to retain its shape.
  • To serve, invert the cheese over the tomato slices with the toasted side up.
  • Garnish with more chopped herbs if desired.