Spinach and Feta Grilled Cheese Recipe
A delicious and savory spinach and feta grilled cheese sandwich featuring sautéed garlic spinach and a blend of mozzarella and feta cheeses, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Spinach Filling
- ½ Tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ¼ lb frozen chopped spinach
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
For the Sandwich
- 4 slices bread
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Sauté Spinach and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant. Add the frozen chopped spinach directly to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and continue cooking over medium heat until most of the moisture evaporates.
- Butter the Bread: Spread butter evenly over one side of each slice of bread. Place the slices butter-side-down on a clean surface to assemble the sandwiches.
- Add Cheese Layers: Distribute half the shredded mozzarella evenly over two slices of bread. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top of the mozzarella.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Divide the cooked spinach evenly between the two sandwiches. Top the spinach with the remaining shredded mozzarella and sprinkle a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes. Cover each sandwich with the second slice of bread, ensuring the buttered side is facing outwards.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Preheat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for several minutes on each side until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheeses inside are melted and gooey.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, cut each in half, and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use fresh spinach as a substitute if preferred, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
- For a healthier version, use whole wheat bread and reduce the amount of butter.
- Ensure the skillet heat is medium-low to prevent burning the bread before the cheese melts.
Keywords: Spinach, Feta, Grilled Cheese, Sandwich, Garlic, Mozzarella, Comfort Food, Quick Meal
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