Spinach Artichoke Grilled Cheese
Spinach Artichoke Grilled Cheese is the ultimate comfort sandwich that marries creamy, melted cheese with the fresh taste of spinach and tangy artichokes. This delightful dish features a crispy, golden-brown exterior and a gooey, savory filling, making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or as an impressive appetizer. Quick and easy to prepare, this grilled cheese elevates your meal while offering a nutritious twist that will tantalize your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped spinach, artichokes, cream cheese, and mozzarella until well blended.
- Generously butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, add a generous amount of the spinach-artichoke filling. Top with the other slice (buttered side facing out).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the sandwich inside once hot. Grill for about 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip gently using a spatula and cook for an additional 3 minutes until both sides are crispy and cheese is melted.
- Cut diagonally and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sauté the spinach and artichokes before mixing with cheese. Customize by adding garlic powder or using different cheeses such as pepper jack for extra kick.