Description
Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches combine the gooey comfort of grilled cheese with classic pizza flavors like marinara sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni, all toasted to golden perfection.
Ingredients
- 8 slices bread
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place 4 slices of bread butter-side down on a flat surface.
- Spread marinara sauce evenly over the bread slices.
- Top with shredded mozzarella, pepperoni, oregano, and garlic powder.
- Cover with remaining bread slices, butter-side up.
- Place sandwiches on the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use low-moisture mozzarella for best melting.
- Add mushrooms or olives for extra toppings.
- Serve with extra marinara for dipping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American