The Ultimate Pesto Grilled Cheese
A delightful twist on the classic grilled cheese, featuring rich pesto with creamy cheese for a flavorful, comforting sandwich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices hearty bread (sourdough or whole grain)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or fontina)
- 2 tablespoons pesto (fresh or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
Instructions
- Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- On the non-buttered side of one slice, spread the pesto evenly and sprinkle the shredded cheese over it.
- Place the other slice of bread on top, buttered side up.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Grill the sandwich for 4-5 minutes on one side until golden brown.
- Carefully flip the sandwich, pressing down slightly, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the other side is golden and cheese is melted.
- Check for doneness and remove from heat if cheese is melty.
- Let it rest for a minute, then slice and serve.
Notes
Pair with tomato soup or a crisp salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: grilled cheese, pesto, quick meal, comfort food, easy recipe, vegetarian
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