Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Best Pesto Grilled Cheese sandwich. Combining gooey mozzarella and sharp cheddar, layered with fragrant basil pesto between perfectly toasted bread, this dish elevates a classic favorite to gourmet status. Ideal for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack, it’s simple enough for everyday cooking yet impressive enough for gatherings. Experience the joy of biting into crispy, buttery bread that envelops a melty cheese masterpiece—your taste buds will thank you!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by slicing the bread and shredding the cheeses.
- Spread basil pesto generously on one side of each slice of bread.
- On one slice, layer mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the pesto.
- Top with the second slice of bread, pesto side down.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter until foamy. Grill the sandwich for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Slice diagonally and serve hot, optionally drizzled with extra pesto.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, include spinach or sun-dried tomatoes in your sandwich. Try using ciabatta bread for a different texture. For spice lovers, add jalapeños to the pesto before spreading.