Description
A quick and delicious 15-minute meal featuring crispy sourdough bread, salty feta, sharp cheddar, and fresh spinach. This comfort food is perfect for busy weeknights or a light lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough or country white bread
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup fresh spinach, packed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Crumble the feta cheese into pea-sized pieces and shred the sharp white cheddar. Rinse and pat the fresh spinach dry to remove excess moisture.
- Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice. Flip slices so buttered side is up.
- Sprinkle half the cheddar onto one slice, add the crumbled feta, then scatter the spinach leaves over the cheese. Top with remaining cheddar and feta.
- Place the second slice of bread on top, buttered side facing up, and press down gently.
- Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (like cast iron) over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes.
- Place the sandwich in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes until the bottom is deep golden brown.
- Carefully flip the sandwich and cook the second side for another 4-5 minutes. If needed, cover with a lid for the last minute to help melt the cheese.
- Remove from pan and let rest for 2 minutes before slicing diagonally and serving immediately.
Notes
Use medium-low heat to prevent burning the bread before the cheese melts. Grate your own cheese for better melting. Ensure spinach is completely dry to maintain crispiness. For a gluten-free option, use almond flour or gluten-free sourdough bread. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 2 days and reheated in a skillet.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 20
Keywords: grilled cheese, feta, spinach, quick dinner, 15 minute meal, comfort food, vegetarian lunch, crispy sandwich