Entrées

Grilled Cheese Squares with Herbs, Rosemary & Cranberries

4.9(400 reviews)
Prep Time10 min
Cook Time10 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

Pan-fried cheese squares, coated with a fresh herb, garlic and cranberry marinade. A simple, elegant and quick dish, perfect as a starter or hot appetizer.

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Pros:

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Con:

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🛒 Ingredients
🍳 Preparation Steps
  1. 1

    Prepare cheese: Cut cheese into 2 cm thick squares. For easy cutting, freeze for 10 min. Pat each square dry with paper towel.

  2. 2

    Marinade: In a bowl, mix extra virgin olive oil, chopped garlic, parsley, chives, chopped rosemary, chopped cranberries, chili, and pepper. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Cooking: In a pan, heat butter and oil over medium heat. When butter turns golden, add cheese squares. Cook 3-4 min without touching until golden, then flip.

  4. 4

    Flavoring: Lower heat, pour marinade around the squares. Simmer 1-2 min, basting cheese with the juices.

  5. 5

    Serving: Serve immediately on a warm plate. Drizzle with pan juices, sprinkle with sea salt flakes, and garnish with rosemary.

Tips & Tricks
  • Medium heat: Key for golden, crispy outside and melting inside, without burning.
  • No salt during cooking: Cheese (halloumi, feta) is already salty. Sea salt flakes at the end are enough.
  • Cranberries: Chop coarsely to spread flavor without overpowering.
  • Cheese alternative: Halloumi is ideal as it doesn't melt. Grilling feta or paneer also work.
  • Serve hot, as a starter or cut into bites for appetizers. Pair with grilled bread, lemon, a dry white wine or light beer.
  • Lemon: Add lemon zest to the marinade. Honey: A drizzle for a sweet-salty note.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes: Replace cranberries with sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Herbs: Replace rosemary with oregano or mint for a Mediterranean touch.
Enjoy your meal!

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