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Pesto Grilled Cheese


  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 13 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful twist on the classic grilled cheese, this pesto version combines crispy bread, creamy melted cheese, and vibrant pesto for a comforting yet elevated dish.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 slices of bread
  • 2 tablespoons of pesto
  • 2 slices of cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
  • Butter or olive oil for grilling

Instructions

  1. Spread pesto on one side of each slice of bread.
  2. Place a slice of cheese between the unspread sides of the bread.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or olive oil.
  4. Place the sandwich in the skillet and grill until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Flip the sandwich and grill the other side until the cheese is melted and the bread is crispy.
  6. Remove from heat, slice, and enjoy!

Notes

Experiment with different types of bread and cheese. Add ingredients like fresh tomato or roasted peppers for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: grilled cheese, pesto, comfort food, easy recipe, vegetarian sandwich