Pesto Grilled Cheese with Crispy Edges
Best Pesto Grilled Cheese features golden, buttery bread layered with vibrant basil pesto and melted cheese for a rich and comforting sandwich.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
Ingredients
4 slices sourdough or Italian bread
2 tablespoons softened butter or mayonnaise
3 tablespoons basil pesto
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sliced provolone or fontina cheese
Optional: sliced tomato or grated Parmesan
Instructions
1. Heat a skillet over medium heat.
2. Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
3. Spread pesto on the unbuttered side of two slices.
4. Layer mozzarella and provolone evenly over pesto.
5. Top with remaining bread slices, butter-side outward.
6. Cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and melted.
7. Rest briefly, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
Cook over moderate heat for even browning.
Do not overload with pesto.
Combine cheeses for best melt and flavor.
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