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Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese with Marinara Soup

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Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese with Marinara Soup: Provolone, mozzerella, and parmesan cheese are layered with pepperoni and toasted between two slices of soft, tender bread that has been slatered in garlic and herb oil. Served up with a side of Marinara Soup, perfect for dipping. Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese with Marinara Soup: A twist on grilled cheese that is sure to be a hit with your whole family. Provolone, mozzerella, and parmesan cheese are layered with pepperoni and toasted between two slices of soft, tender bread that has been slatered in garlic and herb oil. Served up with a side of Marinara Soup, perfect for dipping. This bread is inpired by Sara Lee® Artesano™ Bread. ArtesanoBread

I never bought school lunches growing up. NEVER.

And most of the time I was totally good with eating my PB&J and fruit cup over the mystery meat and boxed mashed potatoes.

But whenever it was Pizza Bob day at school, I was a bit envious.

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What is a Pizza Bob? Just a fancy way of saying a grilled cheese made with pizza cheese. And I loved grilled cheese and pizza, so the combo intrigued me.

In fact, thinking back on grilled cheese sandwiches recently (on a cold, windy Spring afternoon–when grilled cheese is just a necessary thing), this memory from my childhood popped into my brain. And I decided to create my own version of the Pizza Bob for my own family. And oh boy was it a winner.

Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese with Marinara Soup

This Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich could not be any more simple to make.

Bread + Cheese + Pepperoni.

Cutting bord with whole grain bread, provoloe slices, pepperoni slices--all the ingredients for making easy pepperoni grilled cheese sandwiches.

I like to brush the slices of bread with an garlic and oregano olive oil mixture to give an extra depth of flavor to this grilled cheese.

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And because grilled cheese is always best when served with a warm soup for dipping–a soup is a MUST!

But plain old tomato soup, while delicious is just NOT a fit for this Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich.

What goes better with pizza than marinara sauce?

So why not Marinara Soup?

A rich, tomatoey soup that tastes just like marinara sauce–oh so good!! And so easy–just 2 ingredients!

So yes, this sandwich is like a garlicy pepperoni pizza swimming in marinara sauce.

Tips on How to Make Pizza Grilled Cheese:

  • What bread is best for Grilled Cheese Sandwiches? I personally think a thick, hearty bread–like an Italian Bread cut into thick slices or Whole Wheat Sourdough is another great option. I have even used my Homemade Honey Wheat Bread with success.
  • If you don’t like pepperoni–leave it out! Maybe try sliced mushrooms, diced peppers, or olives–or just stick with good old plain cheese.
  • If you have only have mozzarella cheese or Provolone cheese–just use that–don’t feel like you must use all three varieties of cheese.
  • If you have shredded cheese, use that instead of slices–the cheese is going to melt, so it dosen’t really matter what shape it starts our as!
  • If you want to make Gluten-Free Grilled Cheese, use thick gluten-free bread.
  • If you are making Grilled Cheese for a Crowd, place all the prepared sandwiches on a cookie sheet and bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes, or until bread is toasted and cheese is melted.

Tips on How to Make Marinara Soup:

  • In order to make this soup quickly, I use two flavor packed ingredients: Pre-made Marinara Sauce and Vegetable Stock. The marinara is already flavored with garlic and herbs and has been cooked down for hours to allow the tomato flavors to develop.
  • I love to use my homemade Marinara Sauce, but any store bought sauce works.
  • If you don’t have vegetable stock, feel free to use chicken stock or even water.
  • To add a bit of zip to Marinara Soup, try adding in a 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes.

Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese with Marinara Soup: Provolone, mozzerella, and parmesan cheese are layered with pepperoni and toasted between two slices of soft, tender bread that has been slatered in garlic and herb oil. Served up with a side of Marinara Soup, perfect for dipping. #GrilledCheese #30MinuteMeal #Pizza #KidFriendlyDinner #SoupandGrilledCheese #EasyRecipe

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Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese with Marinara Soup

Grilled cheese is made with toasted garlic bread, melty mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices and then served with a quick marinara soup.

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Marinara Soup, Pepperoni Grilled Cheese
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 441 kcal
Author A Mind Full Mom

Ingredients

  • For the Grilled Cheese:
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teasspoon dried oregano
  • 8 slices thick sliced bread
  • 8 thin slices provolone cheese
  • 8 thin slices mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 16 slices nitrate free pepperoni
  • For the soup:
  • 2 cups your favorite marinara sauce
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken stock

Instructions

  1. Combine the olive oil, garlic and oregano together. Brush on the exterior of all 16 slices of bread. Layer 4 slices of bread with 2 slices provolone cheese, 2 tablespoons mozzarella cheese, 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, and 4 slices of pepperoni each. Top with remaining 4 slices of bread.
  2. Heat skillet/griddle to medium heat. Grill sandwiches for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden and cheese is melted.
  3. For soup:
  4. Bring marinara and stock to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing flavors to come together.
  5. Serve sandwich with soup.
Nutrition Facts
Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese with Marinara Soup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 441 Calories from Fat 225
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 25g 38%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 44mg 15%
Sodium 894mg 37%
Potassium 179mg 5%
Total Carbohydrates 29g 10%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 3g
Protein 22g 44%
Vitamin A 11.1%
Vitamin C 0.3%
Calcium 58.5%
Iron 12.9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

 

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  1. Growing up, my school never had “Pizza Bob” – what a genius idea! I have had my share of grilled cheese sandwihes but never have I tried one with peperoni before – GAH – now this is all I can think of…why do I have to be stuck in an office WITHOUT a stove till 3.30??? 🙂
    Thanks so much for sharing this Kristen!

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  11. Finally, a way to satisfy my kids’ pizza cravings in a way that keeps me sane and the pizza delivery guy from knowing my name and address by heart! This looks incredible!

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