Spicy Jalapeño Havarti Grilled Cheese (Print Version)

A spicy take on the classic featuring creamy Havarti and fresh jalapeño slices between golden, crispy bread.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or country white bread

→ Dairy

02 - 4 ounces Havarti cheese, sliced
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 fresh jalapeño, thinly sliced with seeds removed

→ Optional

05 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise for enhanced crispiness

# How to Make It:

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

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The creamy Havarti tames the jalapeños heat just enough to make you want another bite immediately
  • That crunch when you bite through the golden buttered crust is genuinely satisfying
  • It comes together in under twenty minutes but tastes like something from a specialty sandwich shop
02 -
  • Medium heat is your friend here— high heat burns the bread before the cheese has time to melt properly
  • Dont crowd the pan or youll struggle to flip and the temperature will drop too much
  • Removing jalapeño seeds cuts the heat significantly, so adjust based on your spice tolerance
03 -
  • The mayonnaise trick is not a gimmick— swapping butter for mayo on the outside creates an unbelievably crispy, golden crust
  • Slicing the jalapeños as thinly as possible ensures they cook through and mellow slightly while still holding their shape
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