Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Printer-friendly)
A melty sandwich layered with mozzarella, parmesan, and pizza sauce for bold flavors.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 4 slices Italian or sourdough bread
→ Cheese
02 - 4 slices mozzarella cheese
03 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
→ Spreads & Sauces
04 - 4 tablespoons pizza sauce or marinara sauce
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
→ Toppings
06 - 8–10 slices pepperoni
07 - 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
# Directions:
01 - Spread 1 tablespoon softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two bread slices buttered side down on a clean surface. Spread 2 tablespoons pizza sauce on the unbuttered side of each slice.
03 - Layer mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices, and a sprinkle of Parmesan, oregano, and basil on each sauced bread slice.
04 - Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side up, to form two complete sandwiches.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot.
06 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
07 - Remove from skillet, let cool for 1–2 minutes, slice diagonally, and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It takes twenty minutes start to finish which is faster than ordering pizza and way more satisfying
- The combination of crispy buttery bread with melty mozzarella and pepperoni hits that same comfort spot as a slice from your local place
02 -
- Too much sauce will make your bread soggy no matter how perfectly you butter it, so stick to about 2 tablespoons per sandwich
- Medium low heat is better than medium high because you want the cheese to melt completely before the bread burns
03 -
- Butter both slices completely to the edges, not just the center, otherwise youll have soggy spots nobody wants to eat
- Put a drop of oil in your pan along with the butter to prevent it from burning too quickly