Ingredients

  • 1 large burrata cheese
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 large ciabatta rolls
  • to taste fresh basil leaves
  • optional arugula or baby spinach

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cherry Tomato Confit: In a medium saucepan, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and concentrated in flavor.
  2. Toast the Bread: While the tomatoes are cooking, slice the ciabatta rolls in half. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Lightly brush the cut sides with olive oil. Grill the bread for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
  3. Assemble the Sandwich: Once the bread is toasted, take the bottom half of each ciabatta roll. Place a generous portion of the burrata cheese on each roll, gently breaking it open to let the creamy interior spill out slightly.
  4. Add the Tomato Confit: Spoon the sweet cherry tomato confit over the burrata, allowing some of the juices to soak into the bread.
  5. Garnish: Top with fresh basil leaves and additional arugula or baby spinach if desired. Place the top half of the ciabatta roll on the sandwich.
  6. Serve: Cut the sandwich in half, if desired, and serve immediately while the bread is still warm and crispy.

💡 Chef's Notes

Serve the sandwiches on a wooden board with a side of extra confit for dipping.

Recipe by Maelle Lindström - Culinary Writer