Fresco’s Best Italian Sandwich

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 14

Traditional Fresco's Best Italian Sandwich with homemade tomato sauce

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 package pepperidge farm Texas toast thick bread , thawed
	3/4 lb fresh mozzarella cheese , cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
	1/2 cup all-purpose flour
	3 eggs
	1 cup plain breadcrumbs
	1/2 cup olive oil
	3 cups Ragu chunky tomato onion & garlic sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

695

Sugar

Fat

40g

Fresco's Best Italian Sandwich is a classic dish that is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. This traditional recipe uses Texas toast bread and mozzarella cheese to create a crispy and flavorful outer layer, with a gooey layer of cheese on the inside. The sandwich is then topped with homemade tomato sauce, full of chunky onions and garlic to add extra flavor. This recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a delicious sandwich that can be made with minimal ingredients and in a short amount of time.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F
2.	Lay 6 slices of Texas toast on a cutting board and top each slice with a mozzarella slice. Cover with remaining Texas toast slices to form 6 sandwiches.
3.	Place flour in a shallow dish and lightly beat eggs in another dish, and bread crumbs in a third dish.
4.	Heat olive oil over medium heat. Dredge each sandwich in flour to coat, then dip into the egg to coat. Dredge in bread crumbs to coat well. Add sandwiches to the hot oil, in batches if necessary.
5.	Fry the sandwiches until golden brown, flipping once, about 2-3 minutes per side.
6.	Heat Ragu chunky tomato onion & garlic sauce in a saucepan for 5 minutes.
7.	Spread a layer of tomato sauce over each sandwich. Serve immediately.

PROS

This sandwich is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, with its crispy and flavorful outer layer and gooey cheese on the inside.

It can be made with minimal ingredients and is sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

CONS

The sandwich is fried, making it high in calories and unhealthy if eaten frequently.

It is also not suitable for those with gluten or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this sandwich is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The tomato sauce used in this recipe contains lycopene, which has been linked to reducing the risk of certain types of cancer and improving heart health.