Pizza Sandwich
A quick and cheesy skillet sandwich that blends pizza sauce, mozzarella, and optional pepperoni between two slices of bread for a fast meal.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 slices Bread Any sandwich bread works; sourdough or Italian loaf adds flavor
- 2 tablespoons Pizza sauce Use jarred or homemade; marinara is a good alternative
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded Low-moisture mozzarella melts best; fresh shredded is ideal
- 3-4 slices Pepperoni Substitute with salami, ham, or roasted vegetables for vegetarian option
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil Use extra-virgin for flavor; neutral oil will brown similarly
- Italian seasoning To taste (optional); or use dried oregano and basil blend for traditional pizza notes
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Spread pizza sauce on one side of each slice of bread.
Assembly
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce on each slice.
- Add pepperoni slices on one of the cheese-covered slices if desired.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Close the sandwich with the other slice of bread, sauce side down.
Cooking
- Brush the outside of the sandwich with olive oil.
- Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve hot.
Notes
Use low-moisture shredded mozzarella to avoid a soggy sandwich. Preheat the skillet thoroughly for the best results.