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Pesto Mozzarella Grilled Cheese: A Flavorful Twist!

A delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich featuring fresh mozzarella and pesto.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Sandwich
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 slices of sourdough bread
  • 2 tablespoons pesto
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto evenly on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
  3. Layer the fresh mozzarella slices on top of the pesto on one slice of bread. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the other slice of bread on top, pesto side down, to form a sandwich.
  5. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the preheated skillet.
  6. Carefully place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown.
  7. Flip the sandwich and cook for another 3-4 minutes, adding more butter if needed, until the cheese is melted and the other side is golden brown.
  8. Remove from the skillet, let cool for a minute, then slice in half and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • Add sliced tomatoes or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • Try using different types of cheese, such as cheddar or provolone, for a unique twist.

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