Description
A delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich, this Pizza Grilled Cheese combines gooey mozzarella, tangy pizza sauce, and pepperoni between crispy, buttery bread slices for the ultimate comfort food fusion.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 4 tbsp pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 12 slices pepperoni
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Optional: grated Parmesan and crushed red pepper flakes for topping
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Spread butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
- Place two slices of bread, butter side down, onto the skillet.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce on each slice in the pan.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
- Add pepperoni slices, oregano, and garlic powder.
- Top each with the remaining bread slices, butter side up.
- Grill until golden brown on one side, about 3–4 minutes.
- Flip carefully and cook until the other side is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve hot with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Try using different cheeses like provolone or cheddar for variety.
- Add veggies such as bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Use whole wheat or sourdough bread for a heartier sandwich.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American-Italian Fusion