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Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Grilled Cheese

A crispy, melty grilled cheese sandwich layered with sun-dried tomato pesto and gooey cheese for bold, comforting flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Cookie Batter
  • 2 slices artisan bread
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 4 slices provolone or fontina cheese
  • 2 tbsp sun-dried tomato pesto
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Butter one side of each bread slice evenly.
  2. Spread sun-dried tomato pesto on the unbuttered side.
  3. Layer cheeses evenly over the pesto.
  4. Top with second bread slice, buttered side out.
  5. Cook in a skillet over medium-low heat until golden and cheese melts.

Notes

Cook low and slow for best melting results.