Description
Indulge in a decadent grilled cheese sandwich featuring a homemade pesto with sunflower seeds and a trio of cheeses, including homemade goat cheese, aged cheddar, and parmesan, all nestled between slices of homemade whole wheat bread.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh herbs of your choice
- 3 tablespoons sunflower seeds
- 3-4 tablespoons sunflower or olive oil
- 2 slices of whole wheat bread
- 2-3 slices of aged cheddar
- Small handful of parmesan, grated
- Small handful of goat cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, grind the sunflower seeds coarsely for a crunchy pesto or finely for a smooth consistency.
- Add the fresh herbs and half of the oil to the processor. Blend until just combined, then gradually add more oil until the desired consistency is achieved. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
- Spread a generous amount of the pesto on one side of each slice of bread.
- Layer the aged cheddar, grated parmesan, and goat cheese between the slices of bread, with the pesto sides facing inward.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the skillet, slice in half, and serve immediately.
Notes
For a more sustainable pesto, substitute sunflower seeds for pine nuts. Experiment with different herbs like parsley, chervil, or chives for unique flavors. Use homemade bread for added depth and texture. Store leftover pesto in the fridge for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 28
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 45