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Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese Delight

This Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese is a delightful twist on a classic, featuring gooey mozzarella and fragrant basil pesto in crispy sourdough.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices Sourdough Bread Fresh sandwich loaf
  • 4 ounces Mozzarella Cheese Pat dry before use
  • 3 tablespoons Basil Pesto Homemade or store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons Sun-Dried Tomatoes Optional
  • 2 slices Bacon Optional for vegetarian
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For crust

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by laying out two slices of fresh sourdough bread in a non-heated skillet. Generously butter one side of each slice.
  2. Flip one slice of the buttered sourdough over. Layer with a thick slice of mozzarella cheese and a spread of basil pesto. Add sun-dried tomatoes or bacon if using.
  3. Place the second slice of sourdough on top, buttered side up. Press down gently.
  4. Turn the heat on to medium-low and cook for 3-4 minutes, pressing gently.
  5. Flip the sandwich carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Remove from skillet, cool slightly, slice in half, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 18gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a side of tomato soup or salad for a complete meal.

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