Description
This Pizza Grilled Cheese combines the cheesy, comforting goodness of a grilled cheese sandwich with the classic flavors of a pizza. Featuring mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and pizza sauce toasted between buttery slices of Italian or sourdough bread, it’s a quick, kid-friendly meal perfect for lunch or an easy dinner.
Ingredients
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Sandwich Ingredients
- 8 slices Italian or sourdough bread
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup mini pepperoni or chopped regular pepperoni
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce, plus more for dipping
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Optional: sliced black olives, sautéed mushrooms, or bell peppers
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Spread butter evenly on one side of each bread slice to ensure a golden, crispy exterior during cooking.
- Assemble sandwiches: Place four slices butter-side down on a clean surface. On the unbuttered side, spread a thin layer of pizza sauce. Layer mozzarella cheese evenly, followed by pepperoni and any optional toppings such as olives, mushrooms, or bell peppers. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning. Top with the remaining bread slices, butter-side up.
- Grill the sandwiches: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook each sandwich for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula for even browning until the bread is golden brown and cheese is thoroughly melted.
- Serve: Slice the grilled sandwiches and serve warm with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- For a crispier texture, use a cast-iron skillet to cook the sandwiches.
- You can substitute marinara sauce for pizza sauce or swap mozzarella for provolone cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Turkey pepperoni is a great lighter alternative to regular pepperoni.
