Pizza Grilled Cheese

This Pizza Grilled Cheese sandwich combines all the classic flavors of a pizza with the comfort of a grilled cheese.

Imagine gooey mozzarella, your favorite pizza sauce, and pepperoni slices layered between buttery toasted bread—it’s everything you love about pizza, simplified into a quick and satisfying sandwich! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a fun snack, this recipe will be a hit with pizza and grilled cheese fans alike.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Skillet or griddle
• Spatula
• Butter knife
• Measuring spoon

Ingredients Overview

• Bread: Choose a hearty white or sourdough for a sturdy and crispy exterior.
• Mozzarella Cheese: For that signature pizza stretchiness and melt-in-your-mouth quality.
• Pepperoni: Adds classic pizza flavor, but feel free to use other pizza toppings!
• Pizza Sauce: The tangy base that gives this grilled cheese its pizza flavor.
• Butter: Helps toast the bread to a perfect golden brown.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Bread:
   Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread. This will be the outside of the sandwich to help it brown in the pan.
2. Assemble the Sandwich:
   Flip the bread slices so the unbuttered side is facing up. Spread a tablespoon of pizza sauce on each unbuttered side. Add a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese, then layer with 4-5 slices of pepperoni (or any toppings you like). Add a little extra mozzarella on top of the pepperoni to help the sandwich hold together.
3. Cook the Sandwich:
   Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the sandwich in the skillet, buttered side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
4. Serve:
   Remove from the skillet, slice in half, and serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping if desired.

Recipe Tips

• Choose a Good Melting Cheese: Mozzarella is ideal, but provolone or a mix of mozzarella and cheddar works well, too.
• Add Extra Toppings: Try diced bell peppers, olives, or a sprinkle of Italian seasoning for added pizza flavor.
• Cook on Medium Heat: Lower heat allows the cheese to melt without burning the bread.

What to Serve With This Recipe

• Marinara Sauce: Perfect for dipping and adds extra pizza flavor.
• Side Salad: A simple green salad complements this cheesy sandwich.
• Tomato Soup: Another classic pairing that adds warmth and comfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use different cheeses?
Yes! Provolone, cheddar, or a mix of Italian cheeses all work well.

How can I make this healthier?
Use whole grain bread, lower-fat cheese, and add veggies like spinach or tomatoes inside the sandwich.

Can I make this ahead?
It’s best enjoyed fresh, but you can assemble it and cook just before eating.

Serving Suggestions

• Add Fresh Herbs: A sprinkle of fresh basil or oregano gives a nice touch.
• Top with Parmesan: A light dusting of Parmesan cheese over the melted top adds a savory finish.

Ingredients

• 2 slices of bread (white, sourdough, or whole grain)
• 1-2 tablespoons pizza sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 4-5 slices pepperoni (optional)
• 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

1. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
2. Flip and spread pizza sauce on the other side. Layer with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and additional cheese.
3. Place in a skillet over medium heat, buttered side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and melted.
4. Serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

This Pizza Grilled Cheese sandwich combines

This Pizza Grilled Cheese sandwich combines all the classic flavors of a pizza with the comfort of a grilled cheese.

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Equipment

• Skillet or griddle
• Spatula
• Butter knife
• Measuring spoon

Ingredients

  

• 2 slices of bread white, sourdough, or whole grain
• 1-2 tablespoons pizza sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 4-5 slices pepperoni optional
• 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

 

• Butter one side of each slice of bread.
• Flip and spread pizza sauce on the other side. Layer with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and additional cheese.
• Place in a skillet over medium heat, buttered side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and melted.
• Serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping.