Ingredients
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- 4 slices of bread (sourdough, white, or whole wheat)
- 2 tbsp butter (softened)
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 slices turkey pepperoni (or your preferred topping)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of bread. Sprinkle the buttered side with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
- On a flat surface, place two slices of bread buttered side down. Spread marinara sauce on the inside, then layer with mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, turkey pepperoni, and any additional toppings.
- Top with the remaining bread slices (buttered side up).
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and cook sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, slice in half, and garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve with extra marinara sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (175g)
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg