Best Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Spread
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2 teaspoons sun-dried tomatoes in oil, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon finely chopped pecans or walnuts
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2 tablespoons garlic and herb soft cheese (such as Boursin), softened
→ For the Sandwich
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1/3 cup shredded mozzarella or 2-3 slices of fresh mozzarella
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8-10 kalamata olives, halved and pitted
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10 small spinach leaves
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2 teaspoons butter
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2 thick slices of sourdough or rustic bread
# Instructions:
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Stir together the garlic herb cheese, the nuts, and the chopped sun-dried tomatoes until the mix is smooth and creamy.
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Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread and toast in a skillet with the buttered side facing down. Cook until the surface is nicely browned and remove.
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Take the non-buttered side of each bread slice and spread your cream cheese mixture on both. Stack spinach, olives, and mozzarella on one of the slices, then place the other piece on top.
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On medium-low heat, cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side. You’re aiming for gooey cheese and crispy, golden bread.
# Notes:
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You can make the spread in advance and keep it refrigerated.
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This works well whether you use vegan substitutes or regular ingredients.