Pesto Grilled Cheese
Pesto Grilled Cheese is a gourmet twist on the classic comfort food that delivers gooey, melted cheese and vibrant basil pesto between perfectly toasted bread. This delightful sandwich features a rich blend of mozzarella and sharp cheddar, creating a satisfying meal suitable for brunch, lunch, or dinner. With its aromatic flavors and mouthwatering texture, this Pesto Grilled Cheese will elevate your sandwich game to new heights!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 tbsp fresh basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- Place the bread butter-side down and spread pesto on the unbuttered side of each slice.
- Layer mozzarella and cheddar between the slices.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the sandwich in it.
- Cook until golden brown (3-4 minutes), then flip and cook until both sides are crispy and cheese is melted (another 3-4 minutes).
- Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg