Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Author: Lauren Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 2 servings Category: LUNCH Cuisine: Italian Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon (optional)
  • 4 slices sourdough bread
  • 2 tablespoons basil pesto
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced thick
  • 2 vine ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
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Instructions

  1. If using bacon, add it to a cold skillet. Turn the heat to medium and cook until crispy. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and leave grease in the pan.
  2. Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto on one side of each slice of bread. Layer mozzarella, tomatoes, and bacon (if using) on two slices, then top with the other slices pesto side down.
  3. Heat the skillet with bacon grease over medium heat. Spread tops of sandwiches with 1 tablespoon of butter and place them in the hot pan butter side down.
  4. Cook until bread is golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Spread remaining butter on top and flip, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until toasted and cheese is melted.
  5. Remove sandwiches from the pan, let cool for 1-2 minutes, then cut in half and serve immediately.

Notes

  1. For a crunchier sandwich, press down gently with a spatula while cooking.