Lightened-Up Grilled Cheese

Enjoy a healthier twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich by using whole wheat bread and reduced-fat cheese. The added spice blend gives it a flavorful kick without extra calories

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole wheat bread
• 2 slices reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon olive oil for brushing
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

Warm up a griddle or skillet that doesnt stick over medium heat

Put garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper in a small bowl and mix them together

Put olive oil on one side of each piece of bread

Spread the spice mix on the bread slices that have been oiled

Put one slice of bread on the griddle or skillet with the oiled side down

Add one slice of cheese on top, and then put the second piece of bread on top, oiled side up

About two to three minutes on each side, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese melts

Take it off the heat, cut it in half, and serve right away