Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
A melty, savory sandwich that tastes like pizza but can be held in hand, perfect for quick assembly and ideal for weeknights or game day.
Ingredients
For the Sandwich
- 4 slices Bread Choose a sturdy loaf like sourdough or country white.
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella cheese Low-moisture shredded melts faster.
- 1/2 cup Pepperoni slices Adds spice and texture contrast.
- 2 tablespoons Butter Use softened salted butter for spreading.
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil For grilling if needed.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder For flavoring the butter.
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese Mixed into the flavored butter.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Added to the flavored butter.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, stir softened butter with garlic powder, grated Parmesan, and Italian seasoning until evenly blended.
- Spread the seasoned butter on one side of each slice of bread.
Assembling
- On the unbuttered side of the bread, add a layer of shredded mozzarella followed by pepperoni slices.
- Place a second slice of bread on top with the buttered side facing up.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a thin swipe of olive oil or cook dry if pan is nonstick.
- Place sandwiches butter-side down and cook until golden brown and cheese begins to melt, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Serving
- Transfer sandwiches to a cutting board and rest for 1 minute before slicing. Serve immediately.
Notes
For variations, try swapping pepperoni with vegetables or other meats; use a thick-cut sturdy bread for best results.