Mediterranean Spinach Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)
A golden toasted sandwich with spinach, feta, mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
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4 slices sourdough bread
→ Vegetables
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2 cups fresh spinach leaves
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½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
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½ cup olives, sliced
→ Cheese
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
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½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
→ Fats and Oils
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon butter
→ Spices and Seasonings
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Warm 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add fresh spinach and sauté until wilted, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Combine crumbled feta, shredded mozzarella, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sliced olives, and sautéed spinach in a bowl. Season with oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
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Evenly spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each bread slice. This will serve as the exterior of the sandwiches.
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Place the bread slices butter side down and spread the cheese and spinach mixture evenly over 4 slices. Top with remaining bread slices, butter side up, to form sandwiches.
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Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to a large non-stick skillet and heat over medium flame.
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Cook sandwiches in the skillet for 3 to 4 minutes per side until bread is golden brown and cheese has melted.
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Remove sandwiches from skillet and allow to rest for 1 to 2 minutes before slicing in half. Serve immediately to enjoy fresh Mediterranean flavors.
# Additional Notes:
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Using stale or day-old bread improves grilling by preventing sogginess.