Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese
Savor the comforting flavors of our Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese, a delightful twist on a classic favorite! This easy recipe combines the rich taste of fresh basil pesto with melty mozzarella cheese, all nestled between crispy slices of sourdough bread. Perfect for a quick lunch, cozy dinner, or satisfying snack, this grilled cheese sandwich is versatile and sure to impress your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a gourmet meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Elevate your grilled cheese experience by pairing it with a refreshing salad or enjoying it on its own for that warm, cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2 (2 sandwiches) 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 thick slices of sourdough bread
- 3 balls fresh mozzarella (each 125g), sliced thin
- 8 sun-dried tomatoes, dried and chopped
- 4 tablespoons pesto
- Butter, as needed
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure mozzarella is thinly sliced.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of pesto on one side of each slice of sourdough.
- Layer sliced mozzarella and chopped sun-dried tomatoes on two slices with pesto facing up.
- Top with another slice of sourdough (pesto side inwards).
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add butter to coat the bottom.
- Cook each assembled sandwich for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, slice in half, and enjoy warm!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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