Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    15 mins
  • SERVING
    1 People
  • VIEWS
    1.1K

Elevate your grilled cheese game with this gourmet twist! This Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich combines the comforting simplicity of a classic grilled cheese with the vibrant, herbaceous flavors of pesto, creating a truly unforgettable culinary experience.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    24 g
  • Cholesterol
    82 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    20 g
  • Saturated Fat
    20 g
  • Sodium
    1108 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    37 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Gently spread 1/2 tablespoon of the softened butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Place one slice of bread, butter-side down, in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto evenly over the unbuttered side of the bread in the skillet. (30 seconds)

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Recipe View Layer the provolone cheese, tomato slices, and American cheese on top of the pesto. (1 minute)

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05 Step

Recipe View Spread the remaining 1 tablespoon of pesto on one side of the second slice of bread. (30 seconds)

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06 Step

Recipe View Place the second slice of bread, pesto-side down, on top of the cheese. Butter the top side of the bread with the remaining softened butter. (30 seconds)

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07 Step

Recipe View Gently fry the sandwich, flipping once, until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey, about 4-6 minutes per side. (8-12 minutes)

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Recipe View Remove from skillet and let cool slightly before slicing and serving. (2 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try using sun-dried tomato pesto.
Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
Serve with a side of tomato soup for dipping.

Marian Johnson

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 361 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Christelle Zieme

    The pesto really elevates the grilled cheese to a whole new level. So easy and delicious!

  • Dusty Jacobi

    I added some mozzarella and it was amazing!

  • Doyle Zemlak

    This recipe is a game-changer! My kids, who are picky eaters, devoured it.

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