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Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese

Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese: A Comfort Food Delight

Enjoy the delightful Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese, a comforting sandwich with rich mozzarella, vibrant basil pesto, and crispy bacon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 4 slices Sourdough Bread Thick slices work best
  • 6 oz Mozzarella Cheese Fresh mozzarella, pat dry
  • 4 tbsp Basil Pesto Use sparingly
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Optional but recommended
  • 4 slices Bacon Can be omitted
  • 2 tbsp Butter For grilling

Equipment

  • Frying Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Bread: Place two slices of sourdough bread in a frying pan, buttered side up.
  2. Layer Ingredients: Flip slices to buttered side down, add mozzarella, pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, and bacon.
  3. Add More Cheese: Add another layer of mozzarella on top.
  4. Assemble Sandwich: Top with another slice of buttered sourdough, pressing down gently.
  5. Heat Pan: Turn heat to medium, frying the sandwich until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Flip and Finish Cooking: Carefully flip and cook the other side until golden, about 3-4 minutes more.
  7. Serve: Remove from pan, let cool for a minute, then slice and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 450mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use thick sourdough slices and pat mozzarella dry for the best texture. Allow resting for optimal cheese consistency.

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