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Grilled Cheese with Peaches

Source: USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

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.

Makes
4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 8 slices whole grain bread, thin slice
  • 1 15-oz can of peaches, drained
  • 8 slices reduced fat cheddar cheese
  • 1 10-oz bag 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. Learn more about: Peaches Spinach

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