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Pesto Grilled Cheese

400kcal
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Prep 5 minutes
Cook 8 minutes
Total 13 minutes
A quick and satisfying grilled cheese sandwich enhanced with vibrant basil pesto for a comforting meal.
Servings 1 sandwich
Course Lunch, Snack
Cuisine American, Italian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • 2 slices slices of bread Provides structure and a toasty, crunchy exterior.
  • 2 slices slices of cheese (mozzarella or cheddar) Melts to create creamy, satisfying texture and rich flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons pesto Adds bright basil, garlic, and nutty depth.
  • 1 tablespoon butter For grilling; browns the bread beautifully and adds savory richness.

Method

Preparation
  1. Spread pesto on one side of each slice of bread, being generous but even.
  2. Place a slice of cheese on the pesto side of one slice of bread.
  3. Top with the other slice of bread, pesto side down, creating a pesto-cheese-pesto sandwich.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter. Let the butter melt and foam without burning.
  2. Once the butter is melted, place the sandwich in the skillet and press gently with a spatula.
  3. Grill until golden brown on one side (about 2–4 minutes), then flip and grill the other side until cheese is melted and bread is golden.
  4. Remove from skillet, let rest for a minute, slice, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving1gCalories400kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein15gFat24gSaturated Fat14gSodium800mgFiber2gSugar2g

Notes

For a sweet finish, pair with a dessert like chocolate cheesecake. Use room-temperature cheese for better melting. Optionally toast the bread lightly before grilling for extra crunch.

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