This Spinach Corn Sandwich is ready in under 30 minutes, boasting creamy goodness between two slices of bread. The combination of spinach and sweet corn creates a crunchy, wholesome, and delicious filling that's perfect for any meal.
In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once hot, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about a minute.
Add the sweet corn kernels and salt to the pan. Mix well, cover, and cook until the corn is tender.
Sprinkle the all purpose flour into the pan and cook for another minute.
Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, approximately 2 minutes.
Pour in the milk, mix quickly to avoid lumps, and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently until it thickens to a paste-like consistency.
Season with black pepper, red chili flakes (if using), and Italian seasoning. Mix well.
Turn off the heat and add the shredded mozzarella cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and well combined. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and let it cool; it will thicken further as it cools.
Heat a grill pan over medium heat.
Spread a generous amount of the filling between two slices of bread. Lightly spread butter on the outer surface of the bread slice.
Place the sandwich on the grill pan, buttered side down, and grill until the bread is crispy and golden brown.
Apply butter to the top side, flip the sandwich, and grill the other side until crispy.
Remove the sandwich from the pan, cut it in half, and serve hot.
Notes
Grilled to Perfection: Ensure the grill pan or skillet is preheated properly before grilling the sandwiches. This helps achieve a crispy exterior while ensuring the filling is heated through and the cheese is melted.
Alternatively, you can toast the sandwiches in a pan or sandwich maker.
Butter for Crispiness: Generously spread butter on the outer surfaces of the bread before grilling. This helps create a golden-brown crust and adds a delicious buttery flavor to the sandwich.
Don't overstuff the sandwich with fillings, less is more - Too much filling can make it bulkier and harder to eat.