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Pesto Grilled Cheese


  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful twist on the classic grilled cheese, featuring rich cheese and fragrant pesto for a quick, tasty meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 slices of your favorite bread (sourdough, whole grain, or white)
  • 2 slices of cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or another type of your choice)
  • 2 tablespoons of pesto (store-bought or homemade)
  • Butter (for spreading)

Instructions

  1. Start by spreading butter on one side of each slice of bread.
  2. On the unbuttered side of one slice, spread the pesto evenly.
  3. Layer your cheese slices on top of the pesto.
  4. Place the second slice of bread on top, buttered side up.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill the sandwich until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Once the cheese has melted and both sides are nicely browned, remove from the skillet, slice, and enjoy!

Notes

Consider using a mix of cheeses for more flavor complexity. You can add tomatoes or cooked bacon for extra texture.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: grilled cheese, pesto, quick meal, vegetarian sandwich