Description
A delicious twist on two classic favorites, the Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese brings together the comfort of a grilled cheese sandwich with the irresistible flavors of pepperoni pizza. Perfect for pizza lovers and grilled cheese fans alike, this dish is simple to make, quick to cook, and absolutely mouthwatering. With melty mozzarella, savory pepperoni, and a crunchy golden crust, this sandwich is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of your favorite bread
- 1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8–10 slices of pepperoni
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread:
Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread. For added flavor, sprinkle the buttered sides with Italian seasoning and garlic powder. - Assemble the Sandwich:
On the non-buttered side of two bread slices, spread a spoonful of marinara sauce. Top it with a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese and place 4-5 slices of pepperoni on each. - Cook the Sandwich:
Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet, buttered side out, and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese is melted. - Serve:
Slice the sandwich in half and serve immediately, with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping if desired.
Notes
- Customization: Feel free to add other pizza toppings, like mushrooms or bell peppers, for extra flavor.
- Bread Choice: Any bread will work, but thicker slices like sourdough or a hearty white bread are ideal for grilling.
- Spicy Option: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to give the sandwich a little extra kick.
- Leftovers: Store any leftover sandwiches in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet for the best results.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Comfort Food, Sandwich
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American, Italian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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