Description
Elevate your grilled cheese with this gourmet twist! This Sun-Dried Tomato, Spinach, and Ricotta Grilled Cheese combines creamy ricotta, mozzarella, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach for a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat the Skillet: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat to ensure even cooking and a perfect golden crust.
- Butter the Bread: Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread to add flavor and achieve a crisp, golden exterior.
- Mix the Cheeses: In a small bowl, combine the ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, creating a creamy and flavorful cheese blend.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, onto the preheated skillet. Spread the cheese mixture evenly on each slice, then layer with chopped sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side up.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Grill each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove from heat, let the sandwiches cool slightly, and serve warm for the best flavor.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the herbs and spices in the cheese mixture to suit your taste.
- For an extra kick, add some red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg