"Food is our common ground, a universal experience." ~ James Beard

July 13, 2011

Farmer's Market Grilled Cheese

If you know me personally, you know I am a HUGE fan of our local Farmer's Market at the PSU campus in Portland, OR. Not only is such a fun and relaxing atmosphere, but there is an incredible selection of fresh foods and I'm such a big foodie right now! I jumped at the chance of making this dish because it feeds into my desire to always go to the Farmer's Market! You will not be disappointed!!



Iingredients
  • 1/4
    cup mayonnaise
  • 2
    cups baby spinach
  • 1
    tsp. minced garlic
  • 8
    1/2-inch thick slices sourdough bread
  • 2
    Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2
    of a 3.5 to 4-oz. pkg. garlic-and-herb goat cheese, softened
  • 1
    small zucchini, thinly sliced lengthwise
  • 1
    tomato, sliced

                               

directions 1. In blender or food processor combine the mayonnaise, 1 cup of the spinach, the garlic, 1/4 tsp. sal,t and 1/4 tsp. pepper. Set aside.
2. Brush one side of each slice of bread with the olive oil; place, oiled side down, on waxed paper. Spread goat cheese on half the slices; layer zucchini, tomato, and remaining spinach on top. Spread some of the spinach mayonnaise on remaining slices; place on top of vegetables, spread side down.
3. Cook sandwiches in a very large skillet over medium-high heat 6 to 8 minutes or until bread is golden brown, turning once. Pass any remaining spinach mayonnaise. Makes 4 servings.

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