Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Pizza Grilled Cheese, combining gooey cheese and savory pizza flavors. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a fun movie night snack!
Ingredients
- Sourdough or Italian bread (or whole wheat or gluten-free bread)
- Mozzarella cheese (with optional cheddar or provolone)
- Pepperoni (or turkey pepperoni or sliced beef sausage)
- Pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade marinara, or pesto)
- Oregano
- Basil
- Garlic powder
- Unsalted butter (or olive oil or plant-based butter)
Instructions
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Slice the bread and cheese, and have your pepperoni and sauce ready to go.
- Take two slices of bread and spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on the inside of each slice. Layer with mozzarella cheese, a few slices of pepperoni, and sprinkle some Italian herbs on top. Add another layer of cheese, then top with the second slice of bread.
- Spread butter on the outer sides of the sandwich. This will help create a golden, crispy crust when grilled.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the sandwich in the pan.
- Cook the sandwich for about 3-4 minutes on one side until it’s golden brown. Use a spatula to check. Flip the sandwich carefully, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side, pressing gently to help it brown evenly.
- Once both sides are crispy and the cheese is melted, remove the sandwich from the pan. Let it cool for a minute before slicing.
- Cut the sandwich in half and serve it with extra pizza sauce for dipping. Enjoy your cheesy, melty creation!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Feel free to add veggies like bell peppers, mushrooms, or olives for added flavor. Experiment with different cheeses for a unique taste!