Pizza Grilled Cheese: The Ultimate Comfort Food Mashup

Pizza Grilled Cheese combines beloved comfort foods into a quick delight, ready in just 10 minutes.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bread

2 slices Bread Sourdough, white, or whole wheat

For the Spread

2 tablespoons Butter Softened

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Marinara or Pizza Sauce Homemade or high-quality store-bought

For the Cheese

1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Essential for a perfect melt
1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional, but highly recommended

For the Protein (Optional)

1/4 cup Turkey Pepperoni Lower-fat option

For the Seasoning

1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning

For Garnish (Optional)

1 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Basil

Equipment

skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pizza Grilled Cheese

Spread softened butter generously on one side of each slice of bread. Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning onto the buttered side.
Place two slices of bread buttered side down. Spread marinara sauce inside, add mozzarella, and your favorite toppings. Top with remaining slices buttered side up.
Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and place sandwiches in. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown with melted cheese.
Transfer sandwiches to a cutting board, let cool slightly, slice in half, and garnish with fresh basil. Serve with marinara for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for quick lunches or late-night snacks, and very customizable to suit individual tastes.

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