Pizza Grilled Cheese (Printable View)
A melty sandwich with mozzarella, pizza sauce, and optional pepperoni for a comforting meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 4 slices Italian or sourdough bread
→ Cheese
02 - 4 slices mozzarella cheese
03 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
→ Spreads & Sauces
04 - 4 tablespoons pizza sauce or marinara sauce
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
→ Toppings
06 - 8–10 slices pepperoni
07 - 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
# How-To Steps:
01 - Spread 1 tablespoon butter on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two bread slices, buttered side down, on a clean surface.
03 - Spread 2 tablespoons pizza sauce on the unbuttered side of each slice.
04 - Layer with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices, and a sprinkle of Parmesan, oregano, and basil.
05 - Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
06 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
07 - Place sandwiches in the skillet. Cook 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
08 - Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, slice, and serve.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its basically childhood nostalgia meets adulthood convenience
- The combination of crispy bread and gooey melty cheese hits different
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- Medium heat is crucial, too high and you burn the bread before the cheese melts
- Letting it rest for a minute after cooking prevents the cheese from immediately escaping when you cut it
03 -
- Dont rush the cooking process, patience equals better melting
- A potato masher pressed on top helps the cheese stick to the bread