Description
Indulge in a delightful fusion of two beloved comfort foods with this Pizza Grilled Cheese recipe. Imagine crispy, golden-brown bread enveloping layers of gooey melted cheese, savory pepperoni, and a sprinkle of Italian herbs. This quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous cravings! Whether you’re enjoying it as a hearty lunch or a late-night snack while binge-watching your favorite series, this cheesy delight promises to satisfy your taste buds. Plus, the customizable nature of this sandwich lets you tailor it with your favorite toppings, making it a fun family activity that even kids can help with.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough or whole wheat bread
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup pepperoni slices (or preferred toppings)
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning.
- Top with more mozzarella cheese and place the second slice of bread on top (buttered side facing out).
- Grill the sandwich in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown; flip to cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes until crispy and cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then slice in half and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg