Sourdough Pesto Grilled Cheese

A rich twist on classic grilled cheese with thick sourdough, basil pesto, and a melty trio of cheeses grilled to golden 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

# How to Make It:

01 - Lay out sourdough slices and spread 1/2 tablespoon of softened butter on one side of each slice.

02 - Flip bread over and spread approximately 1 tablespoon of basil pesto on the unbuttered side of two slices. Evenly distribute mozzarella, fontina, and cheddar cheese over the pesto-covered slices.

03 - Top pesto and cheese-laden slices with remaining bread slices, ensuring buttered side faces outward.

04 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat until evenly warmed.

05 - Place assembled sandwiches in the skillet and cook 3-4 minutes per side, gently pressing with a spatula, until bread achieves golden-brown crispness and cheese melts completely.

06 - Transfer sandwiches to a plate and allow 1 minute cooling time. Slice diagonally and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

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The combination of three cheeses creates the most incredible melty texture that oozes out perfectly when you bite into it
Pesto adds such a bright fresh punch that cuts through all that rich cheese making each bite balanced not heavy

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Medium low heat is your friend here going too hot will burn the bread before the cheese has time to melt into that perfect gooey state
Pressing gently with the spatula helps the bread make contact with the pan for even browning but dont smash down or youll squeeze out all the good stuff

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