Pizza Grilled Cheese: 7 Irresistible Comfort Food Ideas
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The Ultimate Pizza Grilled Cheese combines gooey cheese and zesty marinara in a crispy sandwich, perfect for comfort food lovers.
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 slices Sturdy Bread (Sourdough, rustic Italian, or Texas toast)
- 1 cup Low-Moisture Mozzarella Cheese (Shredded)
- 1 cup Provolone Cheese (Shredded)
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (For sprinkling)
- 1/2 cup Marinara or Pizza Sauce
- 1/2 cup Mini Beef Pepperoni (Chopped)
- 1/2 cup Bell Peppers (Sautéed)
- 1/2 cup Red Onion (Sautéed)
- 1/4 cup Black Olives (Sautéed)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil (Chopped or dried oregano)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (Softened)
- 1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese (Shredded)
- 1/2 cup Sausage (Cooked and crumbled)
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (For added heat)
- Prepare Ingredients: Soften unsalted butter, shred cheeses, chop the toppings.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Butter one side of each slice, layer sauce, cheese, and toppings.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Cook on medium-low heat, cover, flipping until golden brown.
- Rest and Slice: Let the grilled sandwiches rest, then slice diagonally.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg