Pepperoni Mozzarella Grilled Cheese
Mozzarella, pepperoni, and pizza sauce between buttery toasted slices of bread.
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough or Italian bread
- 1 tbsp butter softened
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese shredded or sliced
- 12 pepperoni slices
- 4 tbsp pizza sauce
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese optional, for serving
Instructions
Cooking
- Butter. Spread butter on one side of each slice.
- Assemble. Set two slices butter side down in a warm skillet and top with mozzarella, pepperoni, and sauce.
- Cook. Add the remaining slices butter side up and cook about 4 minutes.
- Flip. Flip and cook 3 to 4 minutes more until golden and melted.
Notes
Substitutions: use provolone for part of the mozzarella.
Tips: cook over medium heat and use a thick sauce in a thin layer.
Storage: refrigerate for up to two days and reheat in a skillet.
Nutrition: values are estimates per sandwich.