Irish Pub Spinach and Artichoke Melt
Spinach and Artichoke Melt featuring a warm and comforting blend of flavors.
Spinach and Artichoke Melt featuring a warm and comforting blend of flavors.
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 clove garlic minced or grated
- 1/2-3/4 cup milk (i used whole goat milk but whatever you have will be great)
- 1 ounce cream cheese
- 2 cups irish cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- salt + peper
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1/2 cup (about 5 ounces) frozen thawed)
- 1 (6.7 ounce) jar marinated artichokes chopped
- 8 slices sourdough or soda bread
- dijon mustard or irish mustard for spreading (optional)
- butter for spreading
- Carbohydrate 3.89773327056252 g
- Cholesterol 74.7469001057703 mg
- Fat 24.0727969910937 g
- Fiber 0.0874500005245209 g
- Protein 14.6254526174704 g
- Saturated Fat 15.1146837498943 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (71g)
- Sodium 394.325492296511 mg
- Sugar 3.810283270038 g
- Trans Fat 1.52540035629161 g
- Calories 289 calories
Step-by-step
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Whisk in flour until it makes a paste. Cook over medium-low heat for another 30 seconds, then slowly pour in 1/2 cup of milk.
- Stir and cook one minute, if your paste gets too thick splash in more milk.
- Add cream cheese, cheddar cheese and a pinch of salt + pepper. Stir until the cheeses are melted.
- Stir in the spinach + artichokes and cook over low heat until the spinach has wilted into the cheese.
- Heat a skillet (or griddle, etc) over medium-low heat.
- Butter the outsides of every bread slice.
- If desired, spread the insides of the bread with mustard and then spread a good amount (anywhere from 1-3 tablespoons) of the spinach and artichoke mixture on the inside (the non-buttered side) of each slice.
- Add your top piece of bread, buttered-side up.
- Place in the hot skillet and cook until each side is golden and crisp and cheese has melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Plate, slice and EAT...with a large side of fresh fried potato chips.
As a busy housewife, I cherish culinary adventures that combine warmth and practicality. The Irish Pub Spinach and Artichoke Melt embodies these qualities, effortlessly transforming a simple dish into a hearty and satisfying experience.
The harmony of spinach and artichoke, encased within a creamy cheese sauce, is a testament to the power of simple yet exquisite combinations. The spinach provides a vibrant freshness, while the artichokes add a subtle tanginess, perfectly complementing the velvety cheese sauce. Layer upon layer, the flavors meld together, creating a rich and indulgent filling that is both decadent and comforting.
