Description
A delicious twist on classic comfort food that combines the flavors of pizza and grilled cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Spread marinara sauce on one side of each slice of bread.
- Layer mozzarella cheese and fresh basil on one slice of bread.
- Top with the other slice of bread, sauce side down.
- Cook in the skillet until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from heat, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add garlic powder to the butter before spreading on the bread.
- Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier texture.
- Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Pizza Margherita Grilled Cheese