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Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese

Mouthwatering Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese You’ll Love

Enjoy this Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese with crispy bacon and sun-dried tomatoes for a delicious twist on a classic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices Sourdough Bread thickly sliced, about ½ inch
  • 5 slices Mozzarella Cheese fresh, pat dry
  • 1 tablespoon Basil Pesto use sparingly
  • 2 tablespoons Sun-Dried Tomatoes optional, can substitute fresh tomatoes
  • 2 slices Cooked Bacon can replace with turkey bacon
  • 1 tablespoon Butter unsalted, for frying

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese
  1. Prepare the bread by buttering one side of each slice.
  2. Layer mozzarella cheese and pesto on one slice of sourdough.
  3. Add optional sun-dried tomatoes and bacon.
  4. Complete the sandwich with another layer of mozzarella and the second slice of sourdough.
  5. Warm the skillet over medium-low heat.
  6. Grill for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden-brown before flipping.
  7. Check if the cheese has melted and grill further if needed.
  8. Slice and serve warm, ideally with tomato soup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overly sour or airy loaves of bread for the best texture. Pat mozzarella dry to prevent sogginess.

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