Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches Recipe
Delicious Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches combine the gooey goodness of melted mozzarella cheese, zesty pizza sauce, and savory pepperoni, all sandwiched between garlic buttered, toasted bread. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Garlic Butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Sandwich Assembly
- 8 thick slices sturdy bread such as sourdough or Italian
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- 24 thin slices pepperoni
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic Butter: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, grated parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt until well mixed to create a flavorful garlic butter spread.
- Butter the Bread: Spread the garlic butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread to ensure a crispy, golden exterior when grilled.
- Assemble Sandwiches: On the unbuttered side of four bread slices, layer shredded mozzarella cheese, pizza sauce, and pepperoni thinly and evenly.
- Close Sandwiches: Place the remaining bread slices on top of the layered slices, ensuring the buttered side faces outward for grilling.
- Heat Skillet: Place a skillet on the stove over medium heat and allow it to warm up before cooking the sandwiches.
- Cook Sandwiches: Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted inside.
- Serve: Remove sandwiches from the skillet, slice them in half if desired, and serve warm to enjoy the melty, savory flavors.
Notes
- Use a sturdy bread like sourdough or Italian for best results to hold the fillings without becoming soggy.
- Adjust the amount of pizza sauce and pepperoni based on your personal preference.
- To ensure even melting, cover the skillet with a lid while cooking to trap heat.
- For a crispier crust, use a cast iron skillet or a griddle pan.
- Leftover sandwiches can be reheated in a skillet or oven to preserve crispness instead of microwaving.
Keywords: Pizza grilled cheese, pepperoni sandwich, cheesy sandwich, garlic butter sandwich, quick lunch, comfort food
