Pizza grilled cheese sandwich (Printable)
A gooey sandwich blending mozzarella, pepperoni, and pizza sauce for comforting flavors.
# Ingredient List:
→ Bread
01 - 4 slices Italian or sourdough bread
→ Cheese
02 - 4 slices mozzarella cheese
03 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
→ Spreads & Sauces
04 - 4 tablespoons pizza sauce or marinara sauce
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
→ Toppings
06 - 8–10 slices pepperoni (optional, omit for vegetarian)
07 - 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
# How to Make:
01 - Spread 1 tablespoon softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two bread slices butter-side down on a clean work surface. Spread 2 tablespoons pizza sauce over the unbuttered side of each slice.
03 - Layer mozzarella cheese slices, pepperoni (if using), Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, and dried basil over the sauced bread.
04 - Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side facing up, to form two complete sandwiches.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot.
06 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread turns golden brown and cheese melts completely.
07 - Remove from skillet, let rest for 1–2 minutes, slice diagonally, and serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Its pizza meets grilled cheese in the most glorious way possible
- Ready in twenty minutes flat when you need comfort food now
02 -
- Medium heat is your friend here, too high and youll burn the bread before the cheese melts
- Pressing gently while cooking helps everything meld together beautifully
03 -
- Pat pepperoni slices with a paper towel first to remove excess oil
- A cast iron skillet creates the most even, gorgeous golden crust