Cheddar Pesto Panini Melts

3.67 from 3 votes

Pesto and cheddar grilled cheese panini melts are a fresh twist on your favorite grilled cheese and are super easy to make and extremely delicious!

Course lunch or side

Cuisine Italian

Keyword cheddar, cheese, grilled,, panini, pesto

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings panini

2 slices of your favorite bread I like to use crusty sour-dough
2 tablespoons pesto
2 slice Craigs Creamery Medium Cheddar Cheese Can also use mild or sharp cheddar
2 tablespoons butter

Spread the pesto on one side of the bread then top with 2 slices of Craigs Creamery Cheddar Cheese. Close the sandwich and press firmly.
Heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
Place your sandwich in the skillet and spread another tablespoon of butter over the top of the sandwich.
Cook on each side for about 4-5 minutes on low heat or until each side is a nice crispy golden brown and the cheese is melted.