Italian Toasted Cheese Sandwiches

Elevate your grilled cheese game with these irresistible Italian Toasted Cheese Sandwiches! This easy-to-make recipe combines the rustic charm of sourdough bread with creamy fresh mozzarella, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and the vibrant flavor of pesto sauce. Finished with a crispy golden crust seasoned with a touch of garlic, oregano, and olive oil, each bite is packed with gooey, cheesy goodness and a hint of peppery arugula. Ready in just 20 minutes, these sandwiches are perfect for a quick lunch, satisfying snack, or casual weeknight dinner. Serve them fresh off the skillet and savor the ultimate Italian-inspired comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 slices sourdough bread slices
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
• 1 cup pesto sauce
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup arugula leaves
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons dried oregano

Directions

Step 1

Lay the 8 slices of sourdough bread on a clean working surface.

Step 2

Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto sauce evenly on one side of each slice of bread.

Step 3

Slice the fresh mozzarella into thin pieces and layer 2 ounces onto 4 of the slices (pesto side up).

Step 4

Spread 1/4 cup of sun-dried tomatoes over the mozzarella on each of the same slices.

Step 5

Top the sun-dried tomatoes with a few leaves of arugula.

Step 6

Place the remaining 4 slices of bread on top (pesto side down), creating 4 sandwiches.

Step 7

Spread 1/2 tablespoon of butter evenly on the outside of each piece of bread on the sandwiches.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, and dried oregano.

Step 9

Heat a large skillet or pan over medium heat and brush a small amount of the olive oil mixture onto the cooking surface.

Step 10

Place the sandwiches in the skillet, buttered side down, and cook for 3–4 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula to ensure an even toast.

Step 11

Brush the tops of the sandwiches with the remaining olive oil mixture before flipping.

Step 12

Cook the other side for another 3–4 minutes until the bread is golden and crispy, and the mozzarella is melted.

Step 13

Remove from the skillet and let rest for 1–2 minutes before slicing in half.

Step 14

Serve warm and enjoy your Italian Toasted Cheese Sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	865.7 grams (865.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3599

Total Fat 268.60g	344%
Saturated Fat 90.00g	450%
Polyunsaturated Fat 27.80g
Cholesterol 343mg	114%
Sodium 5415mg	235%
Total Carbohydrate 198.70g	72%
Dietary Fiber 16.80g	60%
Total Sugars 37.00g
Protein 105.50g	211%

Vitamin D 10IU	51%
Calcium 1849mg	142%
Iron 18mg	101%
Potassium 2939mg	63%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.5%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 21.9%