Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Pizza Grilled Cheese, where gooey mozzarella and cheddar cheeses meet your favorite pizza toppings, all nestled between two perfectly toasted slices of bread. This quick and easy recipe can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or spontaneous snack cravings. Whether served as a delightful lunch or at a festive gathering, this cheesy sandwich is sure to impress everyone at the table. Customize each sandwich with toppings like pepperoni, bell peppers, or olives, and serve it alongside marinara sauce for dipping to elevate your dining experience. Enjoy every delicious bite of this irresistible twist on classic grilled cheese!
Ingredients
- 2 slices sourdough or whole wheat bread
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons pizza sauce
- Optional toppings: pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, olives
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Spread pizza sauce on one side of each slice of bread.
- Layer mozzarella cheese, desired toppings, and cheddar cheese on one slice; top with the other slice.
- Grill the sandwich in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Cut in half diagonally and serve hot with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Experiment with different cheeses such as provolone or fontina for varied flavors. Add fresh vegetables sparingly to prevent sogginess. Serve with a side salad or tomato soup for a complete meal.