Description
Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a delectable twist on the classic comfort food, featuring crispy, golden-brown bread filled with gooey melted cheese and vibrant pesto. This easy-to-make sandwich is perfect for any day of the week and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy it solo or pair it with your favorite soup for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices fresh sourdough bread
- 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup provolone cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons pesto sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for easy assembly.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, spread pesto and layer the cheeses on top. Place the second slice of bread (buttered side out) on top.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the sandwich carefully using a spatula and cook for another 3-4 minutes until both sides are crispy and cheese is melted.
- Slice diagonally and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (160g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg