Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Golden sourdough with pesto and blended cheeses, grilled to crispy perfection.

# What You Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices thick-cut sourdough bread

→ Cheese

02 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 1/2 cup shredded fontina cheese
04 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese

→ Spreads & Condiments

05 - 3 tablespoons basil pesto
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# Directions:

01 - Lay out all sourdough bread slices. Spread 1/2 tablespoon of softened butter evenly on one side of each slice.
02 - Flip the bread slices over. Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of basil pesto on the unbuttered side of two slices only.
03 - Divide the shredded mozzarella, fontina, and sharp white cheddar evenly. Sprinkle the cheese blend over the pesto-covered slices, ensuring complete coverage.
04 - Top each cheese-covered slice with the remaining bread slices, positioning the buttered side facing outward.
05 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until properly heated.
06 - Place sandwiches in the preheated skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side, pressing gently with a spatula. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crisp on both sides, with cheese fully melted.
07 - Remove sandwiches from the pan and allow to rest for 1 minute. Slice diagonally and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The three cheese blend creates this incredible stretch factor that makes every bite satisfying
  • Pesto adds a fresh aromatic punch that cuts through all that rich cheese perfectly
  • Takes literally 20 minutes from start to finish but tastes like something from a restaurant
02 -
  • Medium low heat is your friend here because high heat burns the bread before the cheese has time to melt completely
  • Letting the sandwiches rest for that crucial minute after cooking prevents all that glorious cheese from oozing out when you cut them
  • Shredding your own cheese makes a huge difference in melt quality compared to pre shredded varieties
03 -
  • Use a mayonnaise and butter mix on the outside bread for an extra crispy golden crust that stays crunchy longer
  • Place a lightweight pan or bacon press on top while the first side cooks to ensure maximum contact with the griddle
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