Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches (Printer-Friendly)
Golden toasted bread stuffed with melted cheeses, pizza sauce, and savory toppings for a tasty meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Bread
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8 slices Italian or sourdough bread
→ Butter
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
→ Cheese
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Sauce
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½ cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
→ Toppings
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¼ cup sliced black olives
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¼ cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
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¼ cup finely chopped green bell peppers
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¼ cup cooked ground beef or turkey sausage crumbles
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Optional for Dipping
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½ cup warm pizza sauce or marinara sauce
# Steps to Make This:
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Combine shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese in a mixing bowl. Prepare and chop toppings: olives, mushrooms, bell peppers, and cooked meat.
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Spread pizza sauce evenly on 4 slices of bread. Layer with the cheese mixture, then add preferred toppings. Sprinkle Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes as desired. Top with remaining bread slices. Evenly spread softened butter on the outer sides of each sandwich.
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Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place sandwiches butter-side down and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip carefully and cook the other side for 2 to 3 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula. Adjust heat as needed to ensure cheese melts fully without burning bread.
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Remove sandwiches from skillet when golden and cheese is melted. Let rest for 1 minute, slice diagonally, and serve with warm pizza sauce or marinara for dipping.
# Additional Notes:
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Use sturdy bread such as sourdough or Italian to maintain structure. Apply butter evenly to achieve a crispy crust. Cook on medium heat to prevent burning and ensure cheese melts properly.
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Customize with preferred toppings like spinach, red onions, or pineapple for a unique flavor profile.