Tomato & Goat Cheese Sandwich

Although fast and easy, this is delicious and feels so decadent. I love goat cheese so I am partial to it of course. Two open-face sandwiches is a serving and this will make 4 servings. As a side to soup or with a salad it makes a wonderfully satisfying meal. A couple of tips: freshly ground pepper makes a world of difference, as does good quality basamic vinegar. Smaller amounts of excellent ingredients will leave you much more satisfied!

4 ounces goat cheese, softened
8 slices peasant or sourdough bread about 1 inch thick (1 ounce per slice)
2 large tomatoes
2 sprigs of fresh oregano
Freshly ground pepper
Balsamic vinegar
Scant 1/4 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil (optional)

Slice cheese into eight pieces and spread on bread.

Remove and discard seeds from tomatoes, then cut tomatoes into 1/4-inch slices, then put the tomatoes on cheese. Sprinkle with oregano leaves. Grind pepper over each sandwich and drizzle sparingly with vinegar. Top each sandwich with about 3 drops olive oil.

PER SERVING: Calories 249 Total Fat 8 g Fiber 3 g