Sun-Dried Tomato, Spinach, and Ricotta Grilled Cheese Delight

Ingredients

• 4 slices whole grain bread
• 0.5 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• 0.33 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed for flavor)
• 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• to taste salt and pepper
• optional fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until combined.
2. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to it.
3. Take two slices of bread and spread the ricotta mixture generously on one side of each slice.
4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the ricotta mixture for added creaminess.
5. Top with the remaining two slices of bread to create the sandwiches.
6. Carefully place the sandwiches in the heated skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.
7. Flip the sandwiches over gently, adding the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the other side is perfectly toasted and the cheese is melted.
8. Remove from the skillet and let it rest for a minute before slicing.
9. Optionally, garnish with fresh basil leaves for an aromatic touch.