Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Print Page)
A melty, flavorful cheese sandwich featuring pizza-inspired toppings and herbs.
# What You Need:
→ Bread
01 - 4 slices Italian or sourdough bread
→ Cheese
02 - 4 slices mozzarella cheese
03 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
→ Spreads & Sauces
04 - 4 tablespoons pizza sauce or marinara sauce
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
→ Toppings
06 - 8–10 slices pepperoni (optional, omit for vegetarian)
07 - 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
# Directions:
01 - Spread 1 tablespoon softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two bread slices butter-side down on a clean work surface. Spread 2 tablespoons pizza sauce on the unbuttered side of each slice.
03 - Arrange mozzarella slices over the sauce, followed by pepperoni if using. Sprinkle evenly with Parmesan, oregano, and basil.
04 - Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side facing outward.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the pan and cook for 3–4 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown.
06 - Flip sandwiches carefully and cook another 3–4 minutes until bread is crispy and cheese is fully melted.
07 - Remove from skillet, let cool for 1–2 minutes, slice diagonally, and serve immediately with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The way mozzarella stretches when you pull it apart is absolutely ridiculous
- Ready faster than delivery could even arrive at your door
02 -
- Low and slow beats rushed and burned every single time with these sandwiches
- Buttering to the edges prevents that sad dry bread situation on the crust
03 -
- Mayo instead of butter creates an even crispier, more golden exterior
- Shredding part of the mozzarella helps it melt faster and more evenly