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Spinach & Artichoke Melt

with creamy tomato dipper

Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 7 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

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  • Calorie-Conscious
  • Vegetarian

In Your Box (serves 4)

  • 4 Ciabatta
  • 8 oz. Marinara Sauce
  • 4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
  • 4 oz. Artichoke Hearts
  • 4 oz. Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 2 oz. Baby Spinach
  • 2 oz. Shredded White Cheddar Cheese
  • 2 oz. Cream Cheese
  • 1 oz. Basil Pesto Butter
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • ½ tsp. Lemon N Herb Seasoning

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    560
  • Carbohydrates
    53g
  • Net Carbs
    49g
  • Fat
    30g
  • Protein
    22g
  • Sodium
    1540mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Cooking Spray
  • Butter
  • Salt
  • Olive Oil
  • 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Medium Pot

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F
  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Coarsely chop spinach.

    Drain artichokes, rinse, and pat dry.

    Mince garlic.

  2. 2

    Cook the Filling

    Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.

    Add spinach, artichokes, and lemon n herb seasoning to hot pan. Stir often until spinach is wilted, 1-2 minutes.

    Remove from burner. Stir in cream cheese and a pinch of salt and pepper until combined.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Melts

    Separate ciabattas.

    Evenly spread 1 Tbsp. softened plain butter on cut-side of top halves.

    Evenly top bottom halves with filling, then both shredded cheeses.

  4. 4

    Bake the Melts

    Place top and bottom ciabatta halves, cut-side up, on prepared baking sheet.

    Bake in hot oven until cheeses are melted and ciabattas are toasted, 10-12 minutes.

    Carefully remove from oven.

    While melts bake, continue recipe.

  5. 5

    Cook Tomato Dipper and Finish Dish

    Place a medium pot over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add garlic to hot pot. Stir often until fragrant, 30-60 seconds.

    Add marinara, cream base, 1/4 cup water, basil pesto butter, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

    Once simmering, remove from burner. Set aside and cover to keep warm.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping bottom ciabatta half with top half. Halve melt, if desired. Serve tomato dipper on the side. Bon appétit!

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