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Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Elevate your comfort food with this quick and delicious Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich, filled with gooey cheese and flavorful pesto.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices crusty sourdough bread
  • 4 tablespoons pesto fresh homemade for best flavor
  • 2 slices Sargento provolone cheese for creaminess and meltability
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter for frying
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 handful spinach or arugula for added nutrients
  • 2 slices different cheeses like mozzarella or sharp cheddar
  • 2 slices alternative breads like ciabatta or whole grain

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Spread pesto on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
  2. Place provolone cheese on one slice, covering edges for better meltability.
  3. Assemble sandwich with the other slice pesto side down.
  4. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat; then add the sandwich.
  5. Spread additional butter on top and cook until golden brown (5-6 minutes).
  6. Flip sandwich and cook the other side for another 5-6 minutes until golden and melted.
  7. Remove from skillet, let rest a minute, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a gooey texture, ensure all sides of the sandwich are well buttered and cook on low heat to melt the cheese evenly.

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