fresh mozzarella sandwiches

Fresh Mozzarella Sandwiches (from Taste of Home Prize Winning Recipes)

1/4 c. chopped onion
2 tbsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes in puree
1 tsp grape jelly (Desi used a different kind of jelly)
1/2 tsp. each: dried oregano and dried basil
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper

sandwiches:
1 lb. fresh mozzarella cheese cut into 1/2 inch slices
8 slices sourdough bread (3/4 inch thick)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 c. milk
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 tbsp butter

In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, jelly, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat; simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring several times.

Meanwhile, for the sandwiches, arrange cheese on four slices of bread to within 1/2 in. of edges. Top with remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, combine the eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Dip sandwiches in egg mixture.