Here’s a simple recipe for a Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese sandwich that combines the comfort of a grilled cheese sandwich with the flavors of pizza:
Ingredients:
2 slices of bread (preferably a hearty white or Italian bread)
2-3 slices of mozzarella cheese (or enough to cover the bread)
10-15 slices of pepperoni
1-2 tablespoons of pizza sauce or marinara sauce
1 tablespoon of butter (or olive oil for a different flavor)
Optional: grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor
Directions:
Prepare the Ingredients:
Lay out all your ingredients. If you’re using a thicker slice of mozzarella, you might want to cut it in half to make it easier to melt.
Assemble the Sandwich:
Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on one side of each slice of bread. This acts like the tomato base on a pizza.
Place slices of mozzarella on one of the sauced bread slices.
Arrange the pepperoni slices over the cheese. If you want, you can add a sprinkle of Parmesan, oregano, or red pepper flakes now.
Top with another slice of mozzarella if you like a lot of cheese.
Place the other slice of bread on top, sauce side down, to complete the sandwich.
Cook the Sandwich:
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add the butter or olive oil and let it melt and coat the pan.
Carefully place the sandwich in the skillet.
Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted. You can press down on the sandwich with a spatula to help the cheese melt faster, but be careful not to squeeze out the fillings.
Serve:
Once both sides are nicely toasted and the cheese is gooey, remove the sandwich from the skillet.
Let it cool for a minute (to avoid burning your mouth on the molten cheese), then slice it diagonally if you prefer.
Optional Extras:
Serve with extra marinara sauce for dipping, or you can add some fresh basil leaves for a touch of freshness.
This Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese sandwich is perfect for a quick meal that feels indulgent without much effort. Enjoy your fusion of two comfort foods!
If you want to get creative, feel free to add other pizza toppings like bell peppers, onions, or even a bit of cooked sausage.
