Description
This Easy Pizza Sandwich Recipe (Grilled Cheese) combines the gooey goodness of mozzarella cheese, the meatiness of pepperoni, and the crispiness of butter-toasted bread. Perfect for a quick meal or snack, this dish is sure to please any crowd, especially when paired with a warm pizza sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
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Butter Mixture:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, very soft
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
For Assembly:
- 8 slices white bread
- 12 slices mozzarella cheese
- 6 ounces pepperoni
- Warm pizza sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare the Butter Mixture: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the butter, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mash the ingredients together until smooth and evenly combined.
- Butter the Bread: Spread the butter mixture evenly over one side of each bread slice. Lay the bread, butter side up, on a sheet tray until ready to assemble.
- Start Assembly: Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Place a piece of bread, butter side down, into the skillet. Layer one slice of mozzarella cheese, six pepperonis, another slice of mozzarella, six more pepperonis, and a final slice of mozzarella on the bread. Finish by placing another piece of bread, butter side up, on top.
- Cook the Sandwich: Cover the skillet with a lid to help the cheese melt, and cook until the bottom slice of bread is golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Carefully flip the sandwich, cover again with the lid, and cook until the other side is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Repeat and Serve: Repeat the process for the remaining sandwiches. Serve immediately with warm pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Nutrition is calculated without dipping sauce.
- Crispiness is Key: After cooking, place sandwiches on a wire rack over a cookie sheet to prevent sogginess.
- Melt Matters: Using a lid while cooking allows the cheese to melt perfectly.
- Reheat Right: For reheating, use a pan or air fryer to maintain the golden-brown crust instead of a microwave.
- Variety is Fun: Experiment with different bread types such as Texas toast or Italian bread for unique textures and flavors.
- Layering Logic: Always layer cheese, toppings, and cheese for maximum meltiness.
- Dipping Delight: If you don’t have pizza sauce, try tomato soup or ranch dressing as alternative dipping options.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
