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Easy Pesto Grilled Cheese — Crispy Gourmet Sandwich with melted cheese and fresh pesto

Pesto Grilled Cheese

A cozy yet gourmet sandwich featuring herby pesto and melted cheese, perfect for quick meals.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 slices sourdough or sturdy bread slices Any sturdy bread works, but sourdough is preferred.
  • 4 tablespoons pesto Store bought or homemade.
  • 1 cup cheese (mozzarella) Plus a sharper cheese like provolone or cheddar.
  • 2 tablespoons butter or mayo For spreading on the outside.
Optional Extras
  • 1 medium tomato Sliced, for added freshness.
  • 1 cup baby spinach For a healthy boost.
  • 1/2 medium onion Thin slices, optional.
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes For added heat, optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Spread butter (or mayo) on one side of each slice of bread.
  2. Flip the bread and spread pesto on the inside of both slices.
  3. Add cheese on top of the pesto.
  4. Close the sandwich and place it in a pan over medium to medium-low heat.
Cooking
  1. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden and crisp and the cheese is melted.
  2. Let it sit for a minute before slicing.

Notes

Tips for the perfect grilled cheese: use medium-low heat, grate or thinly slice your cheese, and go easy on wet add-ins.