Pesto Mozzarella Grilled Cheese Recipe
Elevate your comfort food game with this Pesto Mozzarella Grilled Cheese Recipe. This delightful sandwich combines the creamy richness of mozzarella with the fresh, vibrant taste of basil pesto, making it an irresistible option for lunch, dinner, or a cozy snack. In just 10 minutes, you can create a perfectly crispy and gooey grilled cheese that is sure to impress family and friends. With customizable ingredients and various serving suggestions, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of bread (sourdough or crusty bread)
- 4 tablespoons basil pesto
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or 4 slices fresh mozzarella)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto on one side of each slice of bread.
- On two slices (pesto side up), layer shredded or sliced mozzarella and sprinkle grated Parmesan if desired. Top with remaining slices (pesto side down).
- Butter the outside of each sandwich lightly.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and grill sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese melts.
- Slice in half if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg