Description
A rich and indulgent Melty Burrata Grilled Cheese Sandwich featuring creamy burrata cheese and vibrant spinach pesto, perfectly toasted in a buttery pan for a golden, crispy crust. This quick stovetop recipe is ideal for a comforting lunch or snack.
Ingredients
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Sandwich Ingredients
- 3 tbsp spinach pesto (store-bought for convenience)
- 1 tbsp butter (preferably unsalted, for a golden crust)
- 2 slices bread (sourdough or brioche work wonderfully)
- 2 to 3 oz burrata cheese (fresh for the melty interior)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Heat a pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter once it is warm. Allow the butter to melt completely and spread it evenly across the surface of the pan to ensure a golden crust on the sandwich.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Place one slice of bread into the pan. Spread the spinach pesto in an even layer on top of the bread. Break up the burrata cheese into pieces and distribute it evenly over the pesto. Top with the second slice of bread to complete the sandwich.
- Cook the Sandwich: Let the sandwich cook on medium heat until the bottom slice of bread turns a rich, dark golden color. Carefully flip the sandwich using a spatula and continue to cook until the other side also becomes golden and the burrata cheese inside is warmed and slightly melted.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the grilled cheese sandwich from the pan once both sides are perfectly toasted and the cheese has melted. Slice the sandwich for easy handling and enjoy your creamy, flavorful grilled cheese creation.
Notes
- Use fresh burrata cheese for the best melt and creaminess inside the sandwich.
- Sourdough or brioche breads add complementary flavor and texture to the sandwich.
- Keep the heat at medium to avoid burning the bread before the cheese melts.
- Spinach pesto can be substituted with basil pesto or any herb-based spread if preferred.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Keywords: burrata grilled cheese, spinach pesto sandwich, melty cheese sandwich, stovetop grilled cheese, easy lunch recipe
