Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Grilled Cheese: Your New Comfort Food

This Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Grilled Cheese is a gourmet twist on a classic, combining rich flavors and gooey cheese for a perfect lunch.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 8

Total Time 13

Servings: 1 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bread

2 slices Bread Choose white, whole-grain, or sourdough.

For the Flavor

2 tablespoons Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto You can use traditional pesto if needed.

For the Cheesy Goodness

1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Feel free to swap for provolone, cheddar, or gouda.

For a Crispy Finish

1 tablespoon Butter Use non-dairy butter for a vegan treat.

Equipment

Skillet

Method

Preparation Steps

Spread the sun-dried tomato pesto evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
Layer the mozzarella cheese on top of the pesto on one slice. Place the second slice on top, pesto side down.
Heat a skillet over medium heat, then melt the butter.
Grill the sandwich until golden brown on one side, around 3-4 minutes. Carefully flip and grill the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
Serve the grilled cheese hot for the best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 18gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Optional: Consider adding fresh basil leaves inside for an extra layer of flavor.

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