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Best Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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Best Pesto Grilled Cheese is a crispy, buttery sandwich filled with melty cheese and vibrant basil pesto for a rich and satisfying bite.

Ingredients

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4 slices sourdough or rustic bread
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons basil pesto
4 slices mozzarella cheese
2 slices provolone or fontina cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.

  • Spread pesto on the inner side of two slices.

  • Layer mozzarella, provolone, and Parmesan over pesto.

  • Top with remaining bread slices, butter side outward.

  • Cook in a skillet over medium-low heat 3–5 minutes per side until golden and melted.

  • Let rest briefly, slice, and serve warm.

Notes

Use medium-low heat for even cooking and avoid excess pesto to keep the sandwich crisp.