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    Grilled Margherita Sandwich | Best Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

    Published: Apr 24, 2018 · Modified: Jan 23, 2023 by Kushi with 35 Comments . Article has 1038 words. About 6 minutes to read this article.

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    A grilled Margherita Sandwich or Pizza Sandwich is a fresh, light, and flavorful sandwich prepared using delicious white bread and your favorite classic pizza ingredients.

    A cheese sandwich that is perfect for picnics, potluck, another holiday brunch, lunch, or dinner gatherings - or in other words, a sandwich that is perfect for any time of the year! I am sure you will fall in love with this recipe and make it often in your kitchen.

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    This is my old post where I had partnered with Pepperidge Farm® to prepare this irresistibly delicious sandwich using their Farmhouse® Hearty White Bread.

    During my recent grocery shopping, I came across this New and Improved Pepperidge Farm Farmhouse® Hearty White Bread and got two packs of it. Having tried several Pepperidge Farm® products over the years, I have never been disappointed with the quality of their products, and the recipes prepared with them always turn out to be a super hit at home.

    So getting their new and improved Farmhouse Hearty White Bread from my local grocer's store was a no-brainer. This thick-sliced bread has fresh from the oven taste and a softer texture. Also, this bread does not contain colors or flavors from artificial sources and does not contain high fructose corn syrup.

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    My family always loves quality bread that tastes delicious, and I always stock them up in my pantry. On a busy day or lazy morning, or on those days when I am not in the mood to cook, good bread comes to my rescue. We always love to toast any pieces of bread we buy as soon as we reach home from grocery shopping. These slices were not only thick but also incredibly delicious, with amazing flavors.

    Sandwiches are always easy to prepare, simple and portable. Plus, you can put anything in between just two slices of bread and make a meal out of it. I always believe that choosing the right bread plays a very important role in taking your sandwich to the next level.

    It's just a coincidence that I am posting this sandwich recipe in April, which also happens to be Grilled Cheese Month. To celebrate this, I have prepared a simple Grilled Margherita Cheese Sandwich - a sandwich that contains my family's all-time favorite ingredients from a classic pizza between just two slices of bread.

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    Ingredients

    • 12 Bread slices of your choice
    • 6 tablespoon Marinara sauce
    • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella cheese, cut into slices
    • 3 Large tomatoes, sliced
    • Garlic powder, to taste
    • Black pepper powder, to taste
    • Salt, to taste
    • 1 to 2 tablespoon Olive oil
    • ½ cup Basil leaves or Mint leaves, loosely packed
    • 6 tablespoon Butter, melted
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    How to make the best and easy grilled cheese sandwich

    To prepare this flavorful melting cheese sandwich, start by layering bread with any store-bought marinara sauce of your choice, followed by cheese. I have used fresh mozzarella.

    To easily slice fresh mozzarella, place it in the freezer for 15 minutes before you start making sandwiches. Next, use fresh tomatoes, season them with a light dusting of garlic powder, pepper powder, and some salt, drizzle olive oil and then top with fresh basil leaves. You can place big whole basil leaves or roughly tear them and add them to your sandwich.

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    Since I was not able to find fresh basil in any nearby grocery stores, I added mint leaves this time. It tastes equally good and flavorful. Brush the top of the bread with butter. Toast / Grill the sandwich on both sides with butter for about 2 to 4 minutes on medium flame. If you have a hard time getting fresh cheese to melt, place it in the oven for additional few minutes (2-3 minutes) at 350 F.

    This sandwich tasted sensational, and my family loved it very much. I am going to make this again for a potluck party this coming weekend.

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    Grilled Margherita Sandwich | Best Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    Kushi
    Grilled Margherita Sandwich or Pizza Sandwich is a fresh, light and flavorful sandwich prepared using delicious white bread and your favorite classic pizza ingredients.
    A cheese sandwich that is perfect for picnics, potluck, other holiday brunch, lunch or dinner gatherings - or in other words, a sandwich that is perfect for anytime of the year! I am sure you will not only fall in love with this recipe but make it often in your kitchen!
    5 from 35 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Snack
    Cuisine American, Italian
    Servings 6
    Calories 302 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Baking pan or Grilled cast iron pan

    Ingredients
      

    • 12 Bread slices of your choice
    • 6 tablespoon Marinara sauce
    • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella cheese, cut into slices
    • 3 Large tomatoes, sliced
    • Garlic powder, to taste
    • Black pepper powder, to taste
    • Salt, to taste
    • 1 to 2 tablespoon Olive oil
    • ½ cup Basil leaves or Mint leaves, loosely packed
    • 6 tablespoon Butter, melted

    Instructions
     

    Step I

    • Spread about a tablespoon of marinara sauce on 1 side of each of the 6 bread slices. Top this evenly with mozzarella cheese and sliced tomatoes.
      12 Bread slices of your choice, 6 tablespoon Marinara sauce, 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella cheese, cut into slices, 3 Large tomatoes, sliced
    • Sprinkle tomatoes with salt, black pepper powder and garlic powder. Drizzle olive oil and place 5 to 6 basil leaves on each slice.
      Garlic powder, to taste, Black pepper powder, to taste, Salt, to taste, 1 to 2 tablespoon Olive oil, ½ cup Basil leaves or Mint leaves, loosely packed
    • Place the other remaining slices of bread and brush the top with some butter.
      6 tablespoon Butter, melted

    Step II

    • Heat a skillet / grill pan over medium high heat.
    • Place the sandwich butter-side down and brush the other side with butter.
    • Cook till its golden brown and crispy on both the sides for about 1 ½ to 2 minutes on each side and cheese is melted and starts to ooze out.
    • If you find that the cheese has not melted enough, place the sandwich in preheated 350 degree oven for additional 2 to 3 minutes.
    • Grilled Margherita Sandwich is now ready. Serve immediately and enjoy.

    Notes

    • To easily slice the fresh mozzarella, place it in freezer for 15 minutes before you start making sandwiches. (optional)
    • Vary the ingredient amount as per your taste.
    • I have used parmesan-romano flavored pasta sauce.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 302kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 11gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 226mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 888IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 204mgIron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Christina's Bread Bakes

      January 28, 2023 at 12:35 pm

      5 stars
      The zesty addition of marinara in this sandwich was delicious - my family loved them!

      Reply
    2. Jazzmin

      January 28, 2023 at 1:02 pm

      5 stars
      This Margherita sandwich looks so tasty! I love the fresh basil and those grill marks are so beautiful! I can't wait until summer when I have basil growing in my garden. 🥰

      Reply
    3. Mila

      January 28, 2023 at 5:24 pm

      5 stars
      This grilled margherita sandwich looks mouthwatering. I love anything with mozzarella and fresh basil. Thanks for sharing:

      Reply
    4. Anna Maria

      January 29, 2023 at 3:42 pm

      5 stars
      Margherita is my favourite pizza, so I’ve cooked it. It’s perfect for breakfast😋

      Reply
    5. Katie

      January 30, 2023 at 10:45 pm

      5 stars
      this grilled margherita sandwich is incredible! Can't wait to make it again!

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