Grilled Smoked Cheese
A simple, smoky grilled cheese with a golden, slightly crisp exterior and a soft, warm center. Perfect as a quick appetizer or snack.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
- 8 oz smoked cheese (e.g., oscypek or smoked gouda)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp cranberry jam
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
Instructions
- 1
Cut the 8 oz smoked cheese into 1/2-inch thick slices. Pat dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
- 2
Brush both sides of each slice with the 1 tbsp olive oil.
- 3
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Place the cheese slices in the pan, leaving space between them.
- 4
Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown grill marks appear and the cheese is just soft but not melting away.
- 5
Transfer the grilled cheese to a plate. Serve immediately with the 2 tbsp cranberry jam and a sprinkle of fresh rosemary leaves.
- 6
Enjoy warm, while the cheese is still soft and smoky.
Tools you’ll need
- Grill pan or skillet
- Spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Pastry brush
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