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Gourmet Pesto Mozzarella Grilled Cheese

A melty, herb-packed grilled cheese featuring fresh mozzarella and basil pesto on crisp golden bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Grilled Cheese
  • 4 slices sourdough bread
  • 4 oz fresh mozzarella sliced
  • 3 tbsp basil pesto
  • 2 tbsp butter softened
  • 1 tomato optional, sliced
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Butter the outside of each bread slice.
  2. Spread pesto on the inside of each bread slice.
  3. Layer mozzarella and optional tomato slices onto two slices of bread.
  4. Close sandwiches with remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat.
  6. Grill sandwiches 3–5 minutes per side until golden and melty.
  7. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

For extra crispiness, cook slowly and press gently with a spatula.