Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort with our Italian Grilled Cheese, a melty masterpiece that blends classic American cheese with savory marinara, pepperoni, and fresh arugula on buttery ciabatta. Perfect for a quick lunch or a cozy dinner, this recipe brings together bold Italian flavors in a handheld delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ciabatta rolls
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons marinara sauce
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 ounce pepperoni
- 1 cup baby arugula or spinach
Instructions
- Butter the cut sides of the ciabatta rolls.
- Spread marinara sauce on one buttered side.
- Layer mozzarella cheese and pepperoni on the sauced side.
- Top with arugula (or spinach) and close the sandwich.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook each side for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Slice and serve hot.
Notes
Tip: Use a press or panini press for extra crispiness. If you prefer a gluten‑free version, substitute ciabatta with gluten‑free rolls. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheat in a skillet to retain crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: B
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: grilled cheese, Italian, comfort food, quick dinner