Pesto Grilled Cheese

A delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich featuring gooey cheese and flavorful pesto, perfect for any meal or snack.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Total Time 18

Servings: 1 serving

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Snack

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main ingredients

2 slices slices of bread Use any type of bread you like, such as sourdough or whole grain.
2 tablespoons pesto Fresh or homemade pesto is recommended for the best flavor.
2 slices cheese (such as mozzarella or cheddar) Mozzarella and cheddar melt well; you can also try provolone or gouda.
1 tablespoon butter Used for grilling the sandwich.

Method

Preparation

Spread pesto on one side of each slice of bread.
Place one slice of bread, pesto side up, in a skillet over medium heat.
Layer cheese on top of the pesto.
Place the second slice of bread on top, pesto side down.
Butter the top slice of bread and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
Flip the sandwich and butter the other side.
Cook for another 3-4 minutes until cheese is melted and bread is toasted.
Remove from heat, cut in half, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve your Pesto Grilled Cheese hot, paired with tomato soup, a salad, or fresh veggies. For additional flavors, try adding sliced tomatoes or spinach.

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