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Pesto Grilled Cheese

Pesto Grilled Cheese

Elevate your grilled cheese with fresh pesto and gooey cheese for a warm, comforting meal—Pesto Grilled Cheese.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Snacks & Starters
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Comfort Food, easy recipes, grilled cheese, Pesto, Pesto Grilled Cheese, quick meal
Servings: 1 sandwich
Calories: 400kcal

Equipment

  • skillet

Ingredients

For the Sandwich

  • 2 slices bread Choose your favorite type for a personal touch.
  • 2 slices cheese Opt for a melty variety like mozzarella or cheddar.
  • 2 tablespoons pesto Fresh or store-bought.
  • 1 tablespoon butter Use unsalted for better control over saltiness.

Instructions

How to Make Pesto Grilled Cheese

  • Generously spread 1 tablespoon of pesto on one side of each slice of bread.
  • Place 2 slices of your chosen cheese between the unpestoed sides of the bread.
  • Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet and watch it melt.
  • Gently place the sandwich in the skillet, pesto side facing up. Cook for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Carefully flip the sandwich to cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and slice the sandwich in half.

Notes

Optional: Serve with a side of tomato soup for the perfect classic combo.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 2mg
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