Pizza Grilled Cheese
Pizza Grilled Cheese is the ultimate comfort food mashup that combines gooey melted mozzarella and zesty pizza sauce nestled between two slices of perfectly toasted bread. This indulgent dish is quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Customize your creation with your favorite toppings like pepperoni or bell peppers for a personalized twist that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough or white bread
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp pizza sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- pepperoni, bell peppers, olives (as desired)
Instructions
- Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Spread olive oil or butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer mozzarella cheese, followed by pizza sauce and any desired toppings.
- Top with the other slice of bread, buttered side up.
- Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Carefully flip the sandwich and cook until both sides are crispy and cheese is melted, another 3-4 minutes.
- Slice in half and serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Experiment with different cheeses like pepper jack for added spice. Add fresh herbs such as basil or oregano to enhance flavor. For a healthier version, use whole grain bread and load up on veggies.