Ingredients
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- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 8 slices white bread
- 12 slices mozzarella cheese
- 6 ounces pepperoni
- Warm pizza sauce for dipping
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together softened butter, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Spread the butter mixture evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-low heat. Place one slice of bread butter-side down in the skillet.
- Add a slice of mozzarella, followed by 6 slices of pepperoni, another slice of mozzarella, another 6 slices of pepperoni, and one more slice of mozzarella.
- Top with another slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Grill for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Serve with warm pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
- You can add other toppings like mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives for extra flavor.
- Substitute the pepperoni with turkey pepperoni or a vegetarian option to suit your dietary preferences.
- This recipe can be made ahead and reheated using a skillet or oven for best results. Avoid microwaving to maintain the crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American, Italian Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian