Cherry Gouda Grilled Cheese

It’s summer and I have a big bowl of fresh cherries sitting in my fridge. Trying to think of what to make with them, my mind immediately goes to something sweet like cherry bars. But then I thought how about something savory and that’s when grilled cheese popped into my head.

I love an elevated grilled cheese and this combination is a keeper.

Cherry Gouda Grilled Cheese

Serving Size:
1
Time:
10 min
Difficulty:
easy

Ingredients

  • 2 slices whole wheat bread
  • 2 tsp butter
  • 1/2 c shredded gouda cheese
  • 6 cherries (halved and pit removed)
  • pinch of salt

Directions

  1. Butter one side of each piece of bread.
  2. Heat pan over medium heat. Add one slice of bread to pan butter side down.
  3. Add cheese, cherries, and a pinch of salt on top of bread.
  4. Place other slice of bread on top butter side up.
  5. Cover pan with lid (or aluminum foil) to help cheese melt.
  6. Flip when first side is golden brown and cook other side until golden brown.

Notes

  • Bread: Sourdough bread would also be delicious with this grilled cheese.
  • Cheese: I buy a bag of shredded gouda, but fresh grated cheese is always best. Also, have fun trying different cheeses (mozzarella, brie)
  • Add ins: I think some fresh sage would take this to the next level. This is on my list to try!

#kid approved

Extra gouda cheese on hand? Try this Easy Spinach Gouda Quiche!