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Pizza Grilled Cheese

Irresistible Pizza Grilled Cheese for Quick Comfort Cravings

This Pizza Grilled Cheese is a quick and customizable comfort food that blends grilled cheese with vibrant pizza flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 4 slices hearty bread (sourdough, white, or whole wheat)
  • 2 tablespoons butter for spreading
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup turkey pepperoni optional
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil optional

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread. Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning over the buttered side.
  2. Place two slices of bread buttered side down on a cutting board. Spread marinara on each slice and layer with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Add turkey pepperoni or vegetables and top with remaining slices of bread buttered side up.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the sandwiches for about 3-4 minutes on one side, gently pressing down with a spatula.
  4. Flip the sandwiches carefully and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  5. Let the sandwiches cool for a minute, slice in half, and serve with marinara sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite toppings! Perfect with a light salad or Pickle Cheese Bites on the side.

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