Artichoke Spinach Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Decadent grilled cheese with creamy spinach-artichoke filling, melted to perfection between golden, crisp sourdough slices.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
02 - 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

→ Dairy

03 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Swiss cheese
06 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Bread

08 - 8 slices sourdough bread

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
12 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, Parmesan, spinach, artichokes, garlic, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt. Mix until well blended.
02 - Lay out sourdough slices. Spread artichoke-spinach mixture evenly onto 4 slices. Top with remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
03 - Lightly butter the outside of each sandwich on both sides.
04 - Heat large skillet over medium heat. Place sandwiches in pan and cook 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
05 - Remove from skillet, let rest 1 minute, then slice and serve warm.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • A decadent fusion of creamy dip and crispy grilled cheese.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes.
  • Perfectly balanced with four types of cheese and savory artichokes.
02 -
  • To make ahead, prepare the filling up to 2 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
  • Gently press the sandwich with your spatula while cooking to ensure the sourdough gets an even golden crust.
  • Let the sandwich rest for one minute after cooking so the filling sets slightly, making it easier to slice.
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