Roasted Red Pepper Cheese (Print Version)

A luscious sandwich combining sweet roasted red peppers, creamy goat cheese, and crispy golden bread.

# Ingredient List:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or country bread

→ Cheese

02 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, softened
03 - 2 oz shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 large roasted red bell pepper, sliced into strips

→ Spreads

05 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1 tsp olive oil (optional, for grilling)

→ Seasonings

07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
08 - 1 tsp fresh basil, chopped (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Lay out bread slices and spread softened goat cheese evenly on two slices.
02 - Arrange roasted red pepper strips over the goat cheese and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella. Add fresh basil and black pepper if desired.
03 - Place the remaining bread slices on top to complete each sandwich.
04 - Spread the outer sides of each sandwich with softened butter evenly.
05 - Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat and optionally add olive oil for additional crispiness.
06 - Cook sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
07 - Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve immediately while hot.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • The roasted peppers add unexpected sweetness that plays beautifully against tangy goat cheese.
  • Ready in under 20 minutes but tastes like you fussed over it.
  • Works for lunch, dinner, or that moment when you need comfort food that doesn't feel heavy.
02 -
  • Temperature matters more than you'd think—medium heat (not high) gives you golden bread and melted cheese at the same time, not burnt bread with cold cheese inside.
  • Don't skip the butter on the outside; it's the difference between a pale, rubbery sandwich and something that actually tastes grilled.
03 -
  • Cold cheese doesn't melt evenly—let your goat cheese sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before spreading, and your mozzarella will melt faster and more completely.
  • Don't wander away from the pan; those 3-4 minutes go quickly, and the difference between golden and burnt is about 30 seconds of distraction.
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