Tomato Basil Sandwich & Fries

Three simple ingredients, one great result.  This is the quintessential quick weekend night meal that is sure to satisfy.  I also made homemade fries to go along, and what a great dinner it was! 

My Mom bought C these Kind spices for his birthday, and I thought they would be good to use on the fries.

I chose the Forward spice to season the fries.  Although they all smelled amazing, this one seemed the most fitting for fries:  black pepper, onion, paprika, garlic, turmeric, basil.  Kind also gives you a little recipe card for each spice to give you some ideas on how to use, which is really useful.

Cut two potatoes into wedges.  Season with whatever seasoning you choose.  Place on a baking sheet and cook at 350 degrees F, until cooked through and soft. 

Now onto the sandwiches! Fresh basil, mozzarella, and tomatoes.

I used pita sandwich bread, and brushed them with some Fustini's Tarragon olive oil.  If you've never heard of Fustini's please look them up.  They have huge variety of olive oil flavors, and they're all amazing.

Brush the bread with olive oil of your choice.  Stuff with slices of tomato, mozzarella and basil.  Bake in a convention oven or a panini maker until cheese is melted. 

YUM!!  My friend Arran made these for me this summer, and I've been craving them ever since.  They definitely hit the spot.  Enjoy!

Tomato Basil Sandwich

Serves 2

6-8 fresh basil leaves

6 oz of fresh mozzarella 

2 pita sandwiches or whatever bread you'd like

olive oil

 Brush the bread with olive oil of your choice.  
Stuff with slices of tomato, mozzarella and basil.  
Bake in a convention oven or a panini maker until cheese is melted.


Homemade Fries
Serves 4

2 white potatoes
seasonings of choice

Cut potatoes into wedges.
Season to your liking.
Place on a baking sheet and cook at 350 degrees F for around 20 minutes until cooked through.