Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches (Printer-Friendly)
Golden bread with melty cheese, pizza sauce, and savory toppings for a tasty, quick comfort option.
# 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
→ Seasoning
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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 Follow:
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Combine shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese in a mixing bowl. Prepare and chop toppings including olives, mushrooms, bell peppers, and cooked meat.
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Spread pizza sauce evenly over 4 slices of bread. Layer each with the cheese mixture and distribute toppings on top. Sprinkle Italian seasoning and optional red pepper flakes. Top with remaining bread slices and spread softened butter on the exterior of each slice.
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Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place sandwiches butter-side down and cook for 2–3 minutes until golden and crisp. Flip carefully and cook the opposite side for another 2–3 minutes, pressing lightly with a spatula. Adjust heat as necessary to fully melt cheese without burning bread.
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Remove sandwiches from heat once both sides are golden brown and cheese is melted. Allow to rest for 1 minute, then slice diagonally and serve with warm pizza or marinara sauce for dipping if desired.
# Helpful Hints:
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Use sturdy bread such as sourdough or Italian to retain crispness. Spread butter evenly to ensure a golden crust. Cook over medium heat to avoid burning and guarantee melted cheese.