Description
This Sun-Dried Tomato, Spinach, and Ricotta Grilled Cheese is a deliciously creamy and flavorful sandwich made with fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, ricotta, and melted mozzarella or provolone cheese. Perfectly toasted to golden brown perfection in a skillet, this grilled cheese offers a perfect balance of fresh, tangy, and savory flavors in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Sandwich Ingredients
- 4 slices bread (sourdough, whole grain, or artisan loaf)
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed or rehydrated), chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded or sliced mozzarella or provolone cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1/4 tsp garlic powder, red pepper flakes, or fresh basil
For Toasting
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Ricotta Spread: In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with salt, black pepper, and optional garlic powder or fresh basil, if using. Spread a generous layer of this ricotta mixture evenly onto one side of each bread slice.
- Assemble Sandwiches: On two of the ricotta-spread bread slices, layer the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and shredded or sliced mozzarella or provolone cheese evenly.
- Close the Sandwiches: Cover with the remaining bread slices, ricotta side down, to form two sandwiches.
- Heat Skillet and Prepare for Toasting: Place a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter or drizzle the olive oil to coat the pan.
- Cook the Sandwiches: Place the sandwiches in the skillet and grill for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Press gently with a spatula to ensure even browning and melting of the cheese. Cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted through.
- Serve: Remove the grilled cheese sandwiches from the pan, slice them, and serve warm immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can use either butter or olive oil for toasting depending on your preference for flavor and health.
- Sun-dried tomatoes that are oil-packed offer more flavor but require less added fat for toasting.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses such as provolone or mozzarella to vary the sandwich’s texture and flavor.
- For a spicy kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes inside the sandwich.
- If you prefer a gluten-free option, substitute the bread with gluten-free bread slices.
