**Pizza Grilled Cheese Delight – The Ultimate Comfort Food**
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
**Why Make This Recipe**
Pizza or grilled cheese? Why not have both! Our Pizza Grilled Cheese recipe combines the best of these two comfort foods into one panini-pressed masterpiece. It’s a delicious, quick, and easy alternative to ordering pizza that will satisfy your cravings in no time!
**How to Make Pizza Grilled Cheese**
**Ingredients**
– 4 Slices of Sour Dough or Italian Bread
– 4 tbsp Pizza Sauce
– 1 Cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
– 1/4 Cup Sliced Pepperoni
– Optional: 1/4 Cup Black Olives
– Optional: 1/4 Cup Sliced Bell Peppers
– 2 tbsp Butter (softened)
– 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
**Directions**
1. Start by spreading butter over one side of each bread slice. Sprinkle some Italian seasoning on top.
2. On the unbuttered sides of two slices, spread the pizza sauce.
3. Layer the sauce with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and your choice of black olives and bell peppers.
4. Place the remaining slices of bread on top, making sure the buttered sides are facing outward.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet on medium heat and toast each sandwich for 4 to 6 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
6. Once the sandwiches are done, cut them in half and they’re ready to serve!
**How to Serve Pizza Grilled Cheese**
These sandwiches can be enjoyed just as they are, or with a side of tomato soup for dunking. Pair it with a refreshing Caesar salad for a complete meal.
**How to Store Pizza Grilled Cheese**
To store, let the sandwiches cool completely, then place them in a sealed container and refrigerate for up to two days. Reheat in a toaster or skillet until heated through and crispy.
**Tips to Make Pizza Grilled Cheese**
– Use good quality cheese for the best melting.
– Don’t rush the cooking process, let the sandwiches grill on a lower heat to ensure the cheese melts properly without burning the bread.
– Feel free to toss in more of your favorite pizza toppings!
**Variation**
The beauty of this recipe is that you can adapt it to suit your preferences. For a vegetarian variant, skip the pepperoni and add in mushrooms, spinach, and onions. For a meat-lover’s version, add in ham or bacon.
**FAQs**
1. I don’t have a non-stick skillet. Can I still make this?
Yes. You can use any skillet, just be sure to watch it carefully to prevent the bread from burning.
2. What kind of bread is best for this recipe?
We recommend using sour dough or Italian bread as they have a sturdy structure that holds up all the fillings.
3. Can I freeze these sandwiches for later use?
We recommend eating them fresh, but you can also freeze them. Just be sure to defrost and reheat them properly in a skillet or oven to restore their texture.