Spinach Artichoke Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Filling
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4 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and thoroughly squeezed dry
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½ cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped (about ¼ of a 12 oz jar)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella or fontina
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2–3 Tbsp cream cheese, softened
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2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
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2–3 Tbsp mayonnaise
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Pinch of crushed red pepper (optional)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Bread and Cooking
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4–8 slices sturdy bread (sourdough, Italian, whole wheat)
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Butter or olive oil, for grilling
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Combine the thawed and squeezed spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, mozzarella, cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, garlic powder, crushed red pepper (if using), salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly until evenly mixed.
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Spread a thin and even layer of butter or mayonnaise on the outside of each slice of bread.
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Place approximately ½ cup of the prepared filling between two bread slices, ensuring the buttered or mayo-covered sides are on the outside.
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Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Grill the sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese filling is fully melted.
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Serve the sandwiches immediately while hot and gooey.