1. Ingredients
    • 6 thick slices of French/Italian bread1½ cups shredded mozzarella1 large tomato, sliced2 tbsp butter, softened1 garlic clove, minced1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp Italian seasoning½ tsp chili flakesSalt & black pepperFresh basil
    Method
    1. Heat oven to 200°C / 400°F.Mix butter, garlic and olive oil. Spread over the bread.Place bread on a baking tray.Cover generously with mozzarella.Add tomato slices.Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, chili flakes, salt and pepper.Bake 10–14 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden.Broil/grill for 1–2 minutes if you want the browned cheese shown in the picture.Finish with plenty of fresh chopped basil.
    Tip: For that extra-crispy bottom, toast the buttered bread for 4–5 minutes first, then add the cheese and tomatoes and bake again