Description
Crispy, melty, and packed with flavor, this Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon Pesto Grilled Cheese is a gourmet twist on a childhood classic. With crispy bacon, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella nestled between golden, buttery bread, this sandwich is pure comfort food magic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of bread (sourdough or ciabatta recommended)
- 4 slices of bacon (cooked until crispy)
- 4 tablespoons basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped if oil-packed)
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese (or provolone/cheddar)
- 2 tablespoons butter (softened)
Instructions
1. Cook the Bacon
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
2. Assemble the Sandwiches
- Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto on one side of each bread slice.
- On two slices, layer:
✅ 2 slices of mozzarella cheese
✅ 2 slices of crispy bacon
✅ A few pieces of chopped sun-dried tomatoes - Place the remaining bread slices on top (pesto side down) to complete the sandwich.
3. Butter the Bread
- Spread softened butter evenly on the outside of each sandwich (top and bottom slices).
4. Grill the Sandwiches
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing down gently with a spatula.
- Flip and continue cooking until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
5. Serve & Enjoy!
- Once crispy and melty, remove from the skillet.
- Slice in half and serve hot!
Notes
- Cheese Swap: Prefer a sharper flavor? Use aged cheddar or Gruyère instead of mozzarella.
- Extra Crunch: Add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese to the buttered bread before grilling.
- Lower-Carb Option: Use keto-friendly bread or turn this into a lettuce wrap melt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches & Grilled Cheese
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 40g