Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)
A warm grilled sourdough sandwich with melted mozzarella, basil pesto, and optional sun-dried tomatoes or bacon.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 -
2 slices sourdough bread
→ Cheese
02 -
4 slices mozzarella cheese
→ Condiments
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2 tablespoons fresh basil pesto
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2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
→ Additional Fillings
05 -
2 slices cooked bacon (optional)
→ Cooking Fats
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1 tablespoon butter
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Heat a frying pan over medium-low heat.
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Spread butter evenly on one side of each sourdough slice.
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Place the bread slices butter-side down in the heated pan.
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Layer mozzarella slices on one bread slice, then spread basil pesto over the cheese.
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Add sun-dried tomatoes and cooked bacon slices if using.
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Top with remaining mozzarella slices and cover with the second bread slice, butter-side up.
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Gently press the sandwich and cook until the bottom is golden brown and cheese begins to melt, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
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Turn the sandwich over and continue cooking until the other side achieves a golden brown crust.
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Remove from heat, allow to rest briefly, then slice and serve warm.
# Additional Notes:
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Pat mozzarella dry to prevent excess moisture during grilling.