Description
When comfort food meets a fresh twist—this Spinach & Ricotta Grilled Cheese is your new rainy-day hero. Crispy sourdough hugs creamy ricotta, herby spinach, and melty mozzarella. Dunk it in warm pasta sauce and taste cozy magic in every bite. Hungry? Let’s turn fridge scraps into gold!
Ingredients
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1 clove garlic, crushed
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⅓ cup ricotta cheese
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¼ cup frozen spinach, thawed & squeezed dry
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2 tbsp grated Parmesan
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¼ cup grated mozzarella
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2 tsp dried Italian herbs
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Sea salt & cracked pepper, to taste
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4 slices sourdough bread
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1 tbsp butter or mayo
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½ cup pasta sauce (warmed for dipping)
Instructions
1️⃣ Mix Filling: Combine ricotta, spinach, garlic, Parmesan, herbs, ½ tsp salt, and pepper. Stir well.
2️⃣ Assemble: Spread mix on 2 bread slices, top with mozzarella. Cover with other slices.
3️⃣ Grill: Butter outsides. Heat skillet on medium. Grill sandwiches 3–4 min per side until golden and cheese melts.
4️⃣ Dip: Warm pasta sauce. Slice sandwiches, dunk generously, enjoy!
Notes
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Squeeze spinach super dry—no soggy bread!
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Use fresh herbs for extra flavor.
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Cover the pan briefly if cheese needs help melting.
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Try mayo instead of butter for an extra-crispy crust!
Nutrition
- Calories: 380 cal Per Sandwich
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 20g