Best Pesto Grilled Cheese
Indulge in the Best Pesto Grilled Cheese, where creamy melted cheese meets vibrant basil pesto, all nestled between crispy, golden bread for a comforting delight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Makes 1 serving (1 sandwich) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Preheat Your Pan: Place a skillet over medium heat to warm while you prepare your sandwich.
- Butter Up: Spread butter generously on one side of each slice of bread to achieve a lovely golden crust.
- Layer on the Goodness: On the unbuttered side of one slice, spread a thick layer of pesto. Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar on top, then place the other slice of bread on top with the buttered side facing out.
- Cook It Up: Carefully place your sandwich in the preheated skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crisp.
- Flip and Repeat: Use a spatula to gently flip the sandwich and cook for another 3-4 minutes until both sides are perfectly toasted and the cheese is melted.
- Serve It Right: Remove from skillet, let cool for a minute, then slice diagonally to reveal the cheesy goodness inside. Serve immediately with a side salad or tomato soup for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg