Description
Indulge in this gourmet twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich featuring a savory blend of ricotta, mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. This recipe is a perfect combination of flavors and textures that will elevate your grilled cheese game to the next level.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 8 slices sourdough or Italian bread
Ricotta Filling:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves (lightly wilted or sautéed)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Additional:
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
Instructions
- Prepare the Ricotta Filling: In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread the ricotta filling onto 4 slices of bread. Top with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches. Lightly butter the outsides of each sandwich.
- Cook the Sandwiches: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook the sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Serve: Slice and serve warm. Enjoy with a side of tomato soup or a balsamic glaze drizzle if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, rub the bread with a cut garlic clove before assembling.
- Add fresh basil leaves for a herby twist.
- Use gluten-free bread if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
