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Pizza Grilled Cheese

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A cheesy, melty grilled cheese sandwich elevated with layers of pepperoni and a delicious garlic butter spread, perfect for lunch or as a snack.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 8 slices white bread
  • 12 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 6 ounces pepperoni
  • Warm pizza sauce for dipping

Instructions

  1. Mix the softened butter, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in a bowl until smooth.
  2. Spread the butter mixture evenly over one side of each slice of bread.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and place one slice of bread butter side down.
  4. Layer one slice of mozzarella, followed by 6 slices of pepperoni, another slice of mozzarella, another 6 slices of pepperoni, and a final slice of mozzarella on top.
  5. Cover with another slice of bread, butter side up, and cook until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Flip the sandwich and cook the other side until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  7. Remove from skillet and repeat with remaining ingredients.
  8. Serve immediately with warm pizza sauce for dipping.

Notes

For best results, use very soft butter. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in an airtight container. You can also freeze assembled sandwiches for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: grilled cheese, pizza, comfort food, quick lunch, cheesy sandwich

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