Grilled Peach and Pimento Cheese Sandwich

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A Southern-inspired grilled sandwich combining sweet, juicy peaches with creamy, spicy pimento cheese, perfect for a quick, flavorful lunch. This southern-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 18 minutes pairs pimento cheese, sourdough bread slices, softened unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 2 Southern cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat a grill pan over medium heat. Brush 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter on one side of each of the 4 sourdough bread slices.
  2. Step 2: Place 2 slices butter-side-down on the grill pan. Spread 1/4 cup pimento cheese evenly over each slice. Layer 1/2 of the 2 sliced peaches (about 1 cup) on top of the cheese.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle 1/2 tsp honey over the peaches on each sandwich. Top with the remaining 2 bread slices, butter side up.
  4. Step 4: Grill for 3-4 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and toasted, and the pimento cheese is melted and bubbly. Press gently with a spatula to compact.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, let cool 1 minute, then slice sandwiches in half and serve warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Peach and Pimento Cheese Sandwich take to make?

Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Peach and Pimento Cheese Sandwich?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pimento cheese from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Peach and Pimento Cheese Sandwich?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Peach and Pimento Cheese Sandwich for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Peach and Pimento Cheese Sandwich?

Southern sandwiches & wraps like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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