Pizza Grilled Cheese Melt (Print-Friendly Version)
Crispy bread with oozy mozzarella, pepperoni, and Italian seasonings—a pizza-inspired grilled cheese delight.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Bread
01 -
8 slices sandwich bread, white or whole wheat
→ Dairy
02 -
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
→ Meat
03 -
1/2 cup sliced pepperoni or turkey pepperoni
→ Sauce
04 -
1/2 cup pizza sauce, plus extra for dipping
→ Seasoning
05 -
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
→ Fat
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
# How to Make It:
01 -
Arrange all bread slices on a flat surface. Evenly spread softened butter on one side of each slice to ensure a crisp exterior during grilling.
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On the unbuttered side of four bread slices, spread roughly 2 tablespoons pizza sauce per slice. Distribute shredded mozzarella and arrange pepperoni slices on top. Lightly season each with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
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Top each assembled slice with a second slice of bread, buttered side facing outward, forming four sandwiches.
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Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Grill sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, pressing lightly with a spatula, until bread is golden brown and cheese has melted.
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Transfer sandwiches to a cutting board. Slice in half and serve immediately, accompanied by additional warm pizza sauce for dipping.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Allow butter to soften before spreading for uniform coverage and optimal browning.