Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese with Lemon Thyme Honey Mustard

Ingredients:

  • 8 slices of your favorite bread
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

For Lemon Thyme Honey Mustard:

  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Lemon Thyme Honey Mustard:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, fresh lemon juice, and chopped thyme leaves. Set aside.
  2. Assemble Sandwiches:
    • Lay out 4 slices of bread on a clean surface.
    • Spread a generous layer of pizza sauce on each slice.
    • Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the sauce.
    • Add a layer of sliced pepperoni over the cheese.
    • Top each with the remaining slices of bread to create sandwiches.
  3. Grill the Sandwiches:
    • Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
    • Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each sandwich.
    • Place the sandwiches, buttered side down, on the hot surface.
    • Grill until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Serve:
    • Remove the grilled cheese sandwiches from the heat and let them cool for a minute.
    • Cut each sandwich in half and serve with a side of Lemon Thyme Honey Mustard for dipping.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – 1 Sandwich):

  • Calories: ~480
  • Total Fat: ~28g
    • Saturated Fat: ~15g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: ~75mg
  • Sodium: ~950mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: ~38g
    • Dietary Fiber: ~2g
    • Sugars: ~10g
  • Protein: ~18g

Note: Nutrition facts are approximate values and may vary based on specific ingredients used.