Jalapeño Havarti Grilled Cheese (Print Version)

Crispy sourdough layered with melting Havarti and fresh jalapeño slices creates this satisfyingly spicy twist on a beloved comfort classic.

# What You Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or country white bread

→ Dairy

02 - 4 oz Havarti cheese, sliced
03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 fresh jalapeño, thinly sliced

→ Optional

05 - 1 tbsp mayonnaise for extra crispiness

# Directions:

01 - Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
02 - Butter one side of each bread slice evenly. Optionally spread mayonnaise on the inside of each slice for enhanced flavor.
03 - Place two bread slices, buttered side down, on a clean surface. Layer with Havarti cheese and distribute jalapeño slices evenly over the cheese.
04 - Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
05 - Place sandwiches onto the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
06 - Remove from skillet, let cool for 1 minute, slice, and serve hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The Havarti melts into this incredible puddle of goodness that holds everything together
  • Fresh jalapeños bring this bright pop that never gets overwhelming
  • Takes less than 20 minutes from craving to first bite
02 -
  • Medium heat is your friend, anything higher burns the bread before the cheese melts
  • Fresh jalapeños vary wildly in heat, so taste a tiny slice first and adjust accordingly
  • Pressing too hard squeezes out all the cheesy goodness, use a gentle touch
03 -
  • A cast iron skillet holds heat beautifully and creates the most even browning
  • Letting the cheese rest for that final minute makes all the difference between a messy sandwich and a neat one
  • Grating just a tiny bit of extra cheese directly onto the buttered bread before cooking creates this incredible crispy cheese fringe
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