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Pizza Grilled Cheese

Savory Pizza Grilled Cheese: Your New Favorite Comfort Food

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Pizza Grilled Cheese that blends cheesy goodness with classic pizza flavors.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 4 slices bread sourdough, white, or whole wheat
  • 2 tablespoons butter for spreading
  • 2 tablespoons marinara or pizza sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese adjust quantity as desired
  • 1/4 cup turkey pepperoni substitute with veggies if desired
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pizza Grilled Cheese
  1. Spread a generous layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread. Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning on the buttered side.
  2. Flip two slices of bread buttered-side down. Spread marinara or pizza sauce on the inner sides. Layer shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and turkey pepperoni or veggies. Top with remaining slices, buttered sides facing up.
  3. Preheat skillet over medium-low heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip the sandwiches and cook for another 3-4 minutes until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  5. Remove from skillet, cool for a minute, slice diagonally, and garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, refrigerate leftovers in foil for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat in an oven for optimal crispiness.

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