Ingredients
Method
- Chop sun-dried tomatoes and mix with olive oil
- Transfer mixture to oven-safe mold
- Grate mozzarella into mold, pressing firmly
- Blend garlic, cayenne pepper, basil, and balsamic glaze in food processor
- Pour basil mixture over cheese to create a layered combination
- Arrange bread cubes in single layer on top
- Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for 15 minutes
- Broil 4 inches from heat until bread is golden, rotating mold every 3 minutes
- Let sit 5 minutes before slicing
Notes
Pre-baking before broiling prevents burning
Use 1" bread cubes for texture
Press mozzarella densely to avoid gaps
Let rest post-broiling for cleaner slices
Optional: Use Mike's Hot Honey bagels
Cast iron molds offer even char
Use 1" bread cubes for texture
Press mozzarella densely to avoid gaps
Let rest post-broiling for cleaner slices
Optional: Use Mike's Hot Honey bagels
Cast iron molds offer even char