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Pizza Grilled Cheese

Pizza Grilled Cheese: Your New Favorite 10-Minute Comfort Food

Pizza Grilled Cheese is a delicious mash-up of comfort food with gooey mozzarella and pizza toppings, ready in under 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices sourdough or whole wheat bread Use sourdough for crunch or whole wheat for health.
  • 1 tablespoon butter For spreading on the bread.
  • 2 tablespoons marinara or pizza sauce Adds moisture and flavor.
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese The star ingredient for melting.
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese Optional, adds richness.
  • 1/4 cup turkey pepperoni Can substitute with veggies.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder For added flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning Enhances Italian flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil For garnish.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pizza Grilled Cheese
  1. Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread and sprinkle with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
  2. Place two slices of buttered bread butter-side down and spread marinara or pizza sauce, then layer with mozzarella, parmesan, and turkey pepperoni, followed by the remaining slices on top.
  3. Preheat a skillet over medium-low heat and add the assembled sandwiches.
  4. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown; flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  5. Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, and slice in half.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm with extra marinara.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Customize your Pizza Grilled Cheese with various toppings for endless possibilities. Serve hot for the best experience.

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