Italian Grilled Cheese Panini with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil Pesto
This panini is a delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich, with the addition of sun-dried tomatoes and a flavorful basil pesto. The sandwich is grilled to perfection, creating a crispy exterior and a gooey, melted interior. Perfect for a quick lunch or snack.

Ingredients
Instructions
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Spread 2 tablespoons of basil pesto on each slice of bread.
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Top two slices of bread with 2 slices of mozzarella cheese, 2 sun-dried tomato halves, and another 2 slices of mozzarella cheese.
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Place the remaining two slices of bread on top of the cheese, pesto side down.
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Heat a grill pan or panini press over medium heat.
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Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on the top of each sandwich.
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Place the sandwiches in the grill pan or panini press and press down lightly. Grill for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 610kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 41g64%
- Saturated Fat 20g100%
- Cholesterol 85mg29%
- Sodium 1040mg44%
- Total Carbohydrate 44g15%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 4g
- Protein 25g50%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.