Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich: The Best Twist on Comfort Food
Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a delightful twist on the classic comfort food, combining rich flavors and creamy textures for an unforgettable meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons pesto
- 2 slices mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Spread pesto on one side of each slice of bread.
- Place mozzarella cheese between the unbuttered sides of the bread.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter.
- Once the butter is melted, place the sandwich in the skillet.
- Cook until golden brown, then flip and cook the other side.
- Remove from heat, cut in half, and serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle some grated parmesan cheese on the pesto before adding the mozzarella.
- Experiment with different types of bread for unique taste combinations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Grilled Cheese, Comfort Food