Use medium heat for perfectly melted cheese without burning bread. Optional fillings can be added for extra flavor.
Famous Pesto Grilled Cheese Quick Comfort Bite
A gooey, melty grilled cheese sandwich enhanced with flavorful pesto—perfect for quick comfort food.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
Ingredients
Scale
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4 slices bread
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100 g mozzarella cheese, shredded
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50 g cheddar cheese, shredded
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3 tablespoons pesto
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2 tablespoons butter, softened
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Optional: sliced tomatoes or spinach
Instructions
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Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
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Spread pesto on the unbuttered side of two slices.
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Layer shredded cheeses on top of pesto, add optional fillings.
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Top with remaining bread, buttered side out.
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Cook on a skillet over medium heat, 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and cheese melts.
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Slice and serve immediately.