It’s a super busy evening, but you’re still wanting some delicious comfort food, so what do you do??? I have a scrumptious, easy, and very special grilled cheese sandwich for you!
Oh my goodness, this grilled cheese with tomatoes and pesto is an exciting addition to my menu planning. I made them after church last Sunday, and they were so good!
It’s so crispy, cheesy and garlicky!
Here is what you need:
- Bread (I used white, but the original recipe uses sourdough which I bet is scrumptious)
- Mozzarella cheese (that you can slice to desired thickness)
- Ripe tomatoes
- Pesto sauce (I used store bought for convenience, but you can make homemade)
- Salt and pepper
- Butter or Light olive oil
- Turkey (optional)
Drizzle a frying pan or panini press with light olive oil or butter. While that is warming up, spread one side of each sandwich with pesto.
Slice cheese and tomatoes to desired thickness, and add to the sandwich.
Top with salt and pepper, and the second slice of bread, and you are ready to “grill.”
I just used my all-purpose skillet and pressed the sandwiches down with a lid (Make sure to get the butter or light olive oil on both sides of the sandwich). Lightly toast on both sides over medium heat until the cheese gets all nice and melted.
Doesn’t that look yummy!? I also tried one with deli turkey slices in it, and it was awesome!
These were such a hit, I can’t wait to make them again; hope you enjoy as well!
Grilled Cheese with Tomato and Pesto
Ingredients
- Bread (I used white, but the original recipe uses sourdough which I bet is scrumptious)
- Mozzarella cheese (that you can slice to desired thickness)
- Ripe Tomatoes
- Pesto sauce (I used store bought for convenience, but this link has a recipe)
- Salt and pepper
- Light Olive oil
- Turkey (optional)
Instructions
- Drizzle a frying pan or panini press with olive oil or butter.
- While that is warming up, spread one side of each sandwich with pesto.
- Slice cheese and tomatoes to desired thickness, and add to the sandwich.
- Top with salt and pepper, and a second slice of bread, and you are ready to “grill.”
- I just used my all purpose skillet and pressed the sandwiches down with a lid. (Make sure to get olive oil or butter on both sides of the sandwich)
- Lightly toast on both sides over medium heat until the cheese gets all nice and melted.
- I also tried one with turkey in it, and it was awesome!
Lizy @ http://justdipitinchocolate.blogspot.com/ says
This looks almost too pretty to eat…but I said almost…must be delicious! Thank You for sharing. Came hopping over from the Dragonfly Designs party! Have a beautiful week!
Andrea says
Wow, this looks so good! I’m adding these ingredients to my grocery list this week. Thanks for sharing. Stopping by from A Glimpse Inside 🙂
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Buttons says
Those look delicious! There is nothing better than a grilled cheese sandwich, and this looks like a great new one to try out that my family will love!
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Lisa @ Wine & Glue says
Mmmmm, I love pesto so much!! I wonder if I can convince my husband to run out and buy all the ingredients for this for me to have for dinner . . . 🙂
Pam - Housewives of Frederick County says
This looks so good!! I made one very similar to this but with pine nuts. It was a Bethenny Frankel recipe. Can’t go wrong with mozzarella and tomato. Yum!
Miz Helen says
Margo,
This awesome sandwich is calling my name, can’t wait to try it. Hope you are having a great weekend and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen
Gardenchef's Needle and Pen says
Would certainly make one good lunch! I love pesto!
Jamie H says
These looked so yummy on The Modest Mom that I had to stop over and tell you! We will definitely be adding them into our menu rotation this summer with fresh garden tomatoes and yummy pesto straight from the garden as well. It’s making me hungry just thinking about it!
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Jamie H says
These looked so yummy on The Modest Mom that I had to stop over and tell you! We will definitely be adding them into our menu rotation this summer with fresh garden tomatoes and yummy pesto straight from the garden as well. It’s making me hungry just thinking about it!
Jeni says
Yum!! I love pesto!
Suzan @ The Lazy Suzan says
AAH I want this for lunch today, for sure!
Kristina says
YUMMY!
Mandy @ Sugar Bee Crafts says
Thanks for linking to Take-A-Look Tuesday over at http://www.SugarBeeCrafts.com – you were featured yesterday!
– – Mandy, Sugar Bee Crafts
kristin says
OH my this looks amazing, just pinned, thank you!
Linda says
Please put a “print recipe” button on your delicious recipes!
daphne says
You guys i just made this.. It was soooooo good. I felt like i was at a restuarant in my own kitchen. Waiting on my kids to get home so they can try it. Could be a great afterschool snack.
Maria says
I just made this – it is DELICIOUS!
Maria says
Also, I used English Muffin Toasting Bread and it worked great. 🙂
disableddaddy.com says
I found my lunch for today! This looks amazing…I will update after trying 🙂
Jenny @ Women With Intention says
I love pesto! Yummy! I can’t wait to try this and I’d love for you to link this up at my blog party, too! http://womenwithintention.com/women-intention-wednesdays-3/
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Easy Peasy Life Matters says
This looks amazing! It’s making my mouth water 🙂 Thanks for sharing on Full Plate Thursday!
Margo says
You’re welcome, I hope you try it! It really is so easy and delicious! 🙂
Tanya says
This looks delicious! I love a good grilled cheese sandwich, especially with tomato. I’ve been trying to find new ways to use pesto. Thanks for sharing!
goatsandgreens says
Perfect for the end of tomato season here! I also love how the cheese oozes…