Avocado Grilled Cheese (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Bread & Butter

01 - 4 slices of hearty whole wheat bread

02 - 4 tablespoons butter, softened and divided

→ Creamy Avocado Mix

03 - 1 large ripe avocado

04 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Herbed Cheese & Greens

07 - 6 ounces creamy goat cheese, room temperature

08 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped

09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced

10 - 1 tablespoon green onion, thinly sliced

11 - 1/2 cup baby spinach leaves

# Instructions:

01 - Take your softened butter and generously spread it on one side of each bread slice, making sure to cover every corner and edge. This creates that perfect golden crust we're after.

02 - Gently mash your avocado with the salt, garlic powder, and black pepper until it's creamy but still has some texture. In another bowl, fold together the goat cheese with all your fresh herbs until well combined.

03 - Time to layer! Place one slice of bread butter-side down, then spread a quarter of the herbed goat cheese mixture. Add half the seasoned avocado, layer on half the spinach, add another quarter of the goat cheese, and crown with the second slice of bread, butter-side facing up. Repeat this delicious process for your second sandwich.

04 - Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat and melt the remaining butter. Gently place your sandwiches in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side, watching carefully for that beautiful golden color. Flip them over and cook another 2-3 minutes until both sides are crispy and the cheese is warm and melty. Let them rest for a minute before diving in!

# Notes:

01 - This sophisticated twist on the classic grilled cheese combines creamy avocado with tangy goat cheese and fresh herbs for an elevated comfort food experience.

02 - Make sure your goat cheese is at room temperature for easier spreading and better melting.

03 - Keep the heat at medium-low to prevent burning the bread before the cheese has a chance to warm through.

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