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Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto and Goat Cheese Grilled Cheese

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This Goat Cheese Grilled Cheese combines it all-- a homemade sun-dried tomato pesto, fresh goat cheese, mozzarella, all on crispy sourdough bread. It's quick to make and great for lunch or as an appetizer for a large crowd.

Ingredients

The Sun-dried Tomato Pesto:

  • 5 Sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Walnuts
  • 1/3 cup Basil
  • 1/3 cup Grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 Garlic clove
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • Squeeze of lemon
  • Sea salt
  • Pepper

The rest:

  • 6 oz Goat cheese softened
  • Fresh basil
  • Drizzle of olive oil
  • Sourdough bread
  • 1/4 cup Shredded mozzarella

Instructions

  • Make the sun-dried tomato pesto by combining walnuts, sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, parmesan, basil, lemon, salt, pepper and garlic in a food processor. Pulse until combined. Season to taste.
  • Combine softened goat cheese, basil and a drizzle of olive oil together. Scoop pesto onto sourdough bread and spread in an even layer. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and goat cheese.
  • Add oil to a skillet and add sandwich. Cook for about 4-5 min per side on medium to low heat, until cheese is melty and the bread is golden brown. Enjoy!