Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    5 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    10 mins
  • SERVING
    1 People
  • VIEWS
    19

Experience the nostalgic flavors of a classic cheese pizza reimagined as a comforting grilled cheese sandwich. Melty mozzarella, fragrant basil, and tangy pizza sauce unite between golden-brown slices of bread for a delightful twist on a lunchtime favorite.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    35 g
  • Cholesterol
    48 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    19 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    824 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    22 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a small bowl, gently combine the grated mozzarella cheese, chopped fresh basil leaves, and pizza sauce. Mix until well incorporated. Set aside. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Prepare the Bread: Evenly spread 1 teaspoon of mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread. This will create a golden-brown, crispy exterior when grilled. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Grill the Sandwich: Heat a cast iron skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat. Place the bread slices, mayonnaise-side down, in the hot skillet. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over one slice of bread. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Cook Until Golden: Cook the sandwich until the bread turns a beautiful golden-brown color and the mozzarella cheese is melted and gooey, approximately 3 to 5 minutes. (3-5 minutes)

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Recipe View Assemble and Serve: Carefully place the second slice of bread on top of the cheese mixture, grilled-side up, creating a sandwich. Remove from the skillet, slice in half (optional), and serve immediately for the best experience. (2 minutes)

For enhanced flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture.
Experiment with different types of cheese, such as provolone or a blend of Italian cheeses.
Serve with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 6 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Matteo Price

    I tried it with sourdough bread, and it was amazing! The tanginess of the bread complemented the pizza flavors perfectly.

  • Oren Daniel

    I added some sliced pepperoni to the cheese mixture for a more substantial meal. It was delicious!

  • Thelma Reichel

    My kids absolutely loved this! It's a quick and easy lunch that even my picky eater devoured.

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