Description
A delightful twist on the classic grilled cheese, featuring rich mozzarella, vibrant basil pesto, and juicy tomatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices bread (Sourdough, ciabatta, or white)
- 4 tbsp pesto (Basil pesto, store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella (Sliced)
- 2 large tomatoes (Sliced thin)
- 4 tbsp butter (Softened, for the outside of bread)
- Salt (To taste)
- Pepper (To taste)
- Few leaves fresh basil (For Caprese version)
- 1 ball burrata cheese (Extra creamy)
- 1 handful arugula or spinach (Adds freshness)
- 2–4 slices prosciutto or turkey (For protein)
- 1–2 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes (Chewy, intense flavor)
- Drizzle balsamic glaze (After cooking)
Instructions
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. Spread 1 tbsp of pesto on the unbuttered side of each slice. Keep the buttered side facing outward.
- Place the bread butter-side down in a cold skillet. Layer mozzarella, tomatoes, salt, and pepper, then add more mozzarella. Top with a second slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Turn the heat to medium-low. Cook for 3–4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown. Press gently with a spatula.
- Carefully flip the sandwich and cook for another 3–4 minutes, until the cheese melts and the bread is crispy.
- Remove the sandwich from the skillet, let it rest for 1–2 minutes, then slice diagonally and serve hot.
Notes
Use high-quality bread for the best flavor and texture. Pair with tomato soup or fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg