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Grilled Cheese with Peaches

Grilled Cheese with Peaches

195 Ratings
195 Ratings
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Grilled Cheese with Peaches on a plate
Makes: 4 Servings
Total Cost: $$$$
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Preparation Time: 3 minutes

This grilled cheese packs an unexpected twist with the sweetness of canned peaches! Not only is this sandwich a quick and easy lunch, but also a fun way to add more fruit and veggies to your day.

Ingredients

  • 8 slices whole grain bread
  • 1 15-oz can of peaches, drained
  • 8 slices low-fat cheddar cheese
  • 7 1/2 cups spinach
  • 4 teaspoons vegetable oil

Directions

  1. Heat the 4 teaspoons of vegetable oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.
  2. Place 4 slices of whole grain bread in the pan.
  3. Layer (in this order) one slice of cheese, a handful of spinach, 4 to 6 peach slices, another slice of cheese, and a slice of bread on top of each original slice of bread.
  4. After 4 to 5 minutes, flip each sandwich and cook another 4 to 5 minutes.

Notes

Try this recipe with other leafy greens, such as arugula, and other cheeses.

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Source:

USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

Nutrition Information

Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 376
Total Fat 11 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Cholesterol 12 mg
Sodium 719 mg
Carbohydrates 47 g
Dietary Fiber 8 g
Total Sugars 17 g
Added Sugars included 11 g
Protein 25 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 468 mg
Iron 6 mg
Potassium 1055 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 376
Total Fat 11 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Monounsaturated Fat 3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3 g
Linoleic Acid 3 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.6 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 12 mg
Carbohydrates 47 g
Dietary Fiber 8 g
Total Sugars 17 g
Added Sugars included 11 g
Protein 25 g
Minerals
Calcium 468 mg
Potassium 1055 mg
Sodium 719 mg
Copper 380 mcg
Iron 6 mg
Magnesium 168 mg
Phosphorus 473 mg
Selenium 24 mcg
Zinc 3 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 727 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.4 mg
Vitamin B12 0.3 mcg
Vitamin C 40 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 6 mg
Vitamin K 696 mcg
Folate 313 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.4 mg
Riboflavin 0.5 mg
Niacin 4 mg
Choline 55 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Fruits 1/2 cups
Vegetables 2 cups
Grains 2 ounces
Dairy 3/4 cups
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