Grilled Italian Sandwich with Cheddar Cheese

• Italian bread (ciabatta or focaccia) — 1 loaf or 4 slices
• Darima Cheddar cheese — 150 g, sliced
• Tomato — 1 medium, sliced
• Onion — 1 small, thinly sliced
• Fresh basil leaves — a handful
• Butter — 2 tbsp (for grilling)
• Olive oil — 1 tbsp
• Garlic — 1–2 cloves, minced
• Dried oregano — ½ tsp
• Salt — to taste
• Freshly cracked black pepper — to taste

• Slice the Italian bread horizontally (or use sandwich slices). Lightly brush the inside with olive oil.
• In a small bowl, mix minced garlic with a little olive oil and spread it over the bread.
• Layer cheddar cheese slices evenly on one side of the bread.
• Add tomato slices, onion slices, and fresh basil leaves. Sprinkle oregano, salt, and black pepper.
• Close the sandwich and lightly butter the outer sides of the bread.
• Heat a grill pan or sandwich press over medium heat.
• Grill the sandwich for 3–5 minutes on each side until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted.
• Remove, slice, and serve hot.

Pair this sandwich with tomato soup, fries, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.