Mozzarella and Basil Pizza Melt

Name: Mozzarella and Basil Pizza Melt
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 120 g grated mozzarella cheese; 15 g fresh basil leaves; 30 g pizza sauce; 10 g mayonnaise; 2 slices bread

A delightful twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich, this mozzarella and basil pizza melt is a cheesy, flavorful treat that kids and adults will both enjoy.

10 min

easy

414kcal

calories

35g

carbohydrates

22g

fat

fiber

19g

protein

824mg

sodium

sugar

Lunch Entree Sandwich American

Ingredients

120 g grated mozzarella cheese

15 g fresh basil leaves

30 g pizza sauce

10 g mayonnaise

2 slices bread

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat a cast iron or nonstick skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

2. In a bowl, mix together the grated mozzarella cheese, fresh basil leaves, and pizza sauce. Set aside.

Step 3

3. Spread 5 grams of mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread.

Step 4

4. Place the bread slices mayo-side-down in the hot skillet.

Step 5

5. Spread the cheese mixture on one slice of bread.

Step 6

6. Cook until the bread turns golden brown and the cheese melts, for about 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 7

7. Place the second slice of bread on top of the cheese mixture, grilled side up.