Spinach and Artichoke Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Spinach and Artichoke Grilled Cheese Sandwich

2 slices whole wheat bread

2 Tbsp 1/3 less fat cream cheese
1 large pinch of frozen spinach thawed and squeezed dry

1 artichoke rinsed and finely chopped
1/2 tsp minced garlic (more or less depending on preference)

dash of pepper
2 thin tomato slices
1 slice Slice Colby Jack Cheese 2% if you can find it or 1 piece 2% American cheese slice
1 slice turkey bacon reduced sodium cooked and broke in half
Cooking spray

A little spread of I Can't Believe It's Not Butter Light or Smart Balance

Make It

MIX Cream cheese, spinach, artichoke, garlic and pepper well until smooth
SPREAD 1 bread slice with cream cheese spread; cover with tomatoes, cooked bacon, Colby Jack cheese and remaining bread slice.
SPRAY Put a tiny spread of butter on both sides of the outside of the sandwich, spray a small skillet with cooking spray. Add sandwich; cook on medium heat 2 to 3 min. on each side or until lightly browned on both sides.

The butter is optional, but it will brown better with a tiny bit of butter