you could use part-skim mozzarella instead of fontina in a pinch.

For a kick, add some crushed red pepper or chopped jarred Calabrian chiles.

This recipe was developed by Melissa Gray.

Spinach and Artichoke Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

Photo:Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

Ingredients

1/2cuppacked thawed frozen spinach (from a 10-oz.

4oz.fontina cheese, shredded (about 1 cup)

4oz.cream cheese, softened

3Tbsp.

(about 34 oz.

)grated Parmesan cheese

1/4cupdrained chopped artichoke heart quarters (from an 8.5-oz.

Place spinach in a large bowl.

Assemble sandwiches:

Spread remaining 3 tablespoons mayonnaise over 1 side of each bread slice.

Place 4 bread slices, mayonnaise side down, on a cutting board.

Spread spinach mixture on top.

Cover with remaining 4 bread slices, mayonnaise side up.

Cook sandwiches:

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium.

(Adjust heat as needed to prevent overbrowning.)

Transfer sandwiches to cutting board; cover loosely with foil to keep warm.

Wipe skillet clean and cook remaining 2 sandwiches.

Let it come back to room temperature for a half hour before using.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.