A protein-rich sandwich with turkey bacon, spinach, tomato, and melted cheddar on golden bread.
# Components:
→ 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 steps:
01 - Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
02 - Fry turkey bacon in the skillet until crispy, approximately 4 minutes per side. Remove and place on paper towels to drain.
03 - Lightly spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
04 - Spread 1/2 tablespoon of softened cream cheese on the non-buttered side of each slice.
05 - On two bread slices with cream cheese facing up, layer fresh spinach, tomato slices, turkey bacon, and cheddar cheese. Season with black pepper and optional salt.
06 - Top with remaining bread slices, cream cheese side down, ensuring buttered sides face outward.
07 - Cook sandwiches on the skillet for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
08 - Remove sandwiches from heat, let rest for 1 minute, slice, and serve warm.
