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Spinach and Feta Grilled Cheese

Elevate your classic grilled cheese with creamy spinach, tangy feta, and melted mozzarella. This gourmet twist on comfort food delivers restaurant-quality flavor with crispy golden bread and a rich, savory filling.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean, Vegetarian
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Bread & Butter
  • 8 slices sourdough bread or whole grain bread, ½-inch thick
  • 4 tbsp butter softened for spreading
Spinach Feta Filling
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/8 tsp salt or to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet or griddle
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Butter knife

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped spinach, crumbled feta, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper, then mix until well combined and creamy.
  2. Lay out 8 slices of bread. Spread the spinach-feta mixture evenly on 4 slices, leaving a small border around the edges.
  3. Top the filling with shredded mozzarella cheese, then place the remaining 4 bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
  4. Butter the outside of each sandwich generously, ensuring even coverage for golden browning.
  5. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Place sandwiches in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
  6. Carefully flip sandwiches and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the second side is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
  7. Remove from heat and let cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing diagonally. Serve immediately while hot and crispy with soup, salad, or your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 18gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 890mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2850IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 380mgIron: 2.8mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature cream cheese for easy mixing. Don't overfill sandwiches to prevent spillage. Cook on medium-low heat to ensure the bread doesn't burn before the cheese melts. Try adding sun-dried tomatoes or caramelized onions for extra flavor. Can be made with whole wheat or gluten-free bread.

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