MINI ITALIAN GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES

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Looking to switch up the flavors in your grilled cheese sandwich? Give this recipe a try. The Italian cheeses (mozzarella and Parmesan) along with the crisp pancetta give this sandwich an Italian flair. Roasted bell peppers add a pop of flavor and are a nice surprise. Perfect alongside a bowl of tomato basil soup. These mini...

Provided by Jennifer Bass

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 slice small sandwich or cocktail bread
2 slice pancetta, sliced in half
2 slice deli-style mozzarella cheese, halved
8 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 roasted red bell peppers from jar, sliced and patted dry
butter

Steps:

  • 1. In a small skillet, cook pancetta until crisp. Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate; set aside.
  • 2. Heat medium-sized skillet on medium-high heat. While skillet is heating, assemble sandwiches. Place one slice of mozzarella cheese on bread heel.
  • 3. Top with pancetta, 2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese (per sandwich).
  • 4. Then place the sliced roasted red peppers.
  • 5. Place other half of bread slice on top. Butter the tops of the sandwiches.
  • 6. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the skillet.
  • 7. Place sandwiches in the skillet with buttered tops facing up.
  • 8. Let cook for 2 minutes and carefully flip sandwiches over.
  • 9. Press down to flatten slightly. Cook for about 2 more minutes or until bread is lightly browned. Serve warm. Makes 2 servings (2 sandwiches each)

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