Description

This Pizza Grilled Cheese recipe combines the comfort of a classic grilled cheese sandwich with the bold flavors of a pepperoni pizza. Layers of melted mozzarella and spicy pepperoni are sandwiched between buttery, seasoned bread and cooked to golden perfection on the stovetop. Served with warm pizza sauce for dipping, this quick and easy 20-minute meal is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Butter Mixture

½ cup unsalted butter, very soft
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Sandwich

8 slices white bread
12 slices mozzarella cheese
6 ounces pepperoni
Warm pizza sauce for dipping

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Instructions

Prepare the butter mixture: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the unsalted butter, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried Italian seasoning. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well blended to create a flavorful spread for the bread.
Butter the bread: Evenly spread the butter mixture on one side of each slice of white bread. Place all the bread slices, buttered side up, on a sheet tray, ready for cooking.
Assemble the sandwich: Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Place one slice of bread butter side down in the skillet. Layer one slice of mozzarella cheese on the bread, followed by six slices of pepperoni, another slice of mozzarella, six more pepperoni slices, and finish with a final slice of mozzarella cheese on top of the pepperoni.
Top and cook the sandwich: Place another slice of bread on top of the stack with the butter side facing up. Cook for about 3-5 minutes until the bottom is golden brown. Carefully flip the sandwich and cook the other side until it is golden brown and the cheese has fully melted.
Serve: Remove the sandwich from the skillet and serve immediately with warm pizza sauce for dipping to enjoy the melty, crispy, and savory flavors all in one bite.

Notes

Use medium-low heat to ensure the bread toasts evenly and the cheese melts without burning.
You can substitute white bread with whole wheat or sourdough for a different flavor profile.
Pepperoni quantity can be adjusted to taste or swapped for other pizza toppings like cooked sausage or vegetables.
Make sure the butter is very soft for easy mixing and even spreading.
Warm the pizza sauce before serving to enhance the dipping experience.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Sandwich
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American