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Crispy Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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A quick and easy sandwich combining the crispy crunch of grilled bread with melty mozzarella, tangy pizza sauce, and Italian herbs for a comforting pizza twist.

Ingredients

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  • 4 slices sturdy sandwich bread (sourdough or hearty white bread preferred)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (freshly shredded recommended)
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce (with herbs and garlic)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (basil, oregano, thyme blend)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup thinly sliced pepperoni or cooked sausage
  • Optional: fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: shred 1 cup mozzarella cheese and grate 1/4 cup parmesan. Measure 1/2 cup pizza sauce and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Slice or cook optional meats if using. (About 5 minutes)
  2. Butter the bread slices evenly on one side with softened butter, coating edges for even browning. (About 2 minutes)
  3. Assemble the sandwich: place two slices butter-side down on a surface. Spread about 2 tablespoons pizza sauce on each slice. Sprinkle half the mozzarella and parmesan cheeses on top. Add optional meats or herbs, then top with remaining cheese. Place second slice butter-side up on top. (About 3 minutes)
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the sandwich for 4-5 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted. Lower heat if bread browns too fast. (Total 8-10 minutes)
  5. Remove sandwich from skillet and let rest for 1 minute to set cheese. Slice in half and serve warm.

Notes

Use softened butter for easier spreading and crispier bread. If pizza sauce is watery, drain slightly to avoid soggy bread. Cook on medium heat to balance melting cheese and browning bread. Let sandwich rest before slicing to prevent gooey mess. Cover skillet briefly after flipping to help cheese melt faster if desired.

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