Pesto Grilled Cheese Recipe

A quick and gourmet pesto grilled cheese recipe sandwich with melty mozzarella, tangy pesto, and crispy sourdough bread. Ready in minutes, perfect for a comforting lunch or light dinner.

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Course: Dinner, LUNCH, Snack

Cuisine: American Fusion, Italian

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 6

Resting (flavor melding): 2

Total Time: 13

Servings: sandwiches

Calories: 420kcal

Cost: $8

Equipment

1 Heavy-bottom skillet / cast iron pan For even heat & browning
1 Wide spatula Easy flipping
1 Sharp knife For clean diagonal cut
1 Cutting board Wood or plastic
1 Small Offset Spatula For spreading pesto & butter

Ingredients

8 slices Thick sourdough bread Or preferred bread
4 tablespoon Basil pesto Homemade or store-bought
8 oz Fresh mozzarella Sliced
4 tablespoon Butter Softened
2 medium Tomatoes Sliced, optional
2 oz Sharp cheddar Optional, for extra flavor
Fresh basil leaves Optional garnish
Roasted red peppers Optional add-in
Red onion Thinly sliced, optional add-in
Spinach leaves Optional add-in

Instructions

Lay out sourdough slices on a clean surface.
Spread softened butter on one side of each slice.
On the unbuttered side of 4 slices, spread 1 tablespoon pesto evenly.
Add sliced mozzarella over the pesto.
Place tomato slices if using, season with salt & pepper.
Close sandwiches with remaining bread, butter-side out.
Preheat skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Place sandwiches in skillet, cook 2–3 min until golden.
Flip carefully with wide spatula.
Cook 2–3 min more until cheese melts and bread crisps.
Remove from heat, let rest 30 sec.
Slice diagonally and serve immediately while gooey.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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