Savory layers of turkey bacon, spinach, tomato, and melted cheese on crispy bread.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread & Dairy
01 - 4 slices whole grain bread
02 - 4 slices reduced-fat cheddar cheese
03 - 2 tablespoons light cream cheese, softened
04 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
→ Proteins
05 - 4 slices turkey bacon
→ Vegetables
06 - 1 cup fresh baby spinach, washed and dried
07 - 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
→ Seasonings
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - Pinch of salt, optional
# Method:
01 - Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
02 - Fry turkey bacon in the skillet until crispy, approximately 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
03 - Lightly butter one side of each bread slice.
04 - Apply half a tablespoon of light cream cheese on the unbuttered side of each bread slice.
05 - On two bread slices (cream cheese side up), layer fresh baby spinach, sliced tomato, turkey bacon, and reduced-fat cheddar cheese. Season with ground black pepper and a pinch of salt if desired.
06 - Cover with remaining bread slices, cream cheese side down, ensuring buttered sides face outward.
07 - Place sandwiches onto the skillet and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing lightly, until bread is golden and cheese melts.
08 - Remove sandwiches from skillet, allow to rest for one minute, then slice and serve warm.
