Itâs firm and rich, with buttery tones. You know, the softer stuff. Brad's eggplant parm is all about the mozzarella. Iâd suggest pairing it with some rosemary-seasoned caramelized onions or some smoked ham for a delicious grilled cheese à la Française. Our weekend-long class is a serious course of study ⦠Senior Editor of Food and Style, HuffPost. 7. Both the French version and Jasper Hillâs take are typically available in the winter monthsâ try it with some freshly cracked black pepper and a little cranberry sauce. Emmental. Serve with ample mustard and pickles. Itâs got a âSwiss cheeseâ-type flavor, but more sophisticated. Keep turning the sandwich, pressing gently, until the sandwich is compact, both sides are crusty, and the cheese is melted. However, if you prefer to cook grilled cheese by melting butter or heating olive oil in the pan first, you should never flip the pan, especially not above a hot flame. Experiment with different cheese combinations and breads! You can use white or wheat bread, and you can slather it with either butter or mayo. Cheese! Holy moly is this perfect in a grilled cheese! Yeah, thatâs probably raclette. 7. This traditional style of cheese made in Switzerland is known for its melt-ability. Shredded cheddar is here for all your oozy dairy needs. It also brings that slightly sharp quality to the table to keep things interesting. Annelies. Itâs most commonly used in fondue but works equally well between sliced bread. The mayo-butter thing is wonderful. Here are her top 10 picks: 1. LâEtivaz, which is made using traditional production methods and tastes the way Gruyere tasted hundreds of years ago, is incredible as a grilled cheese with a simple swipe of strawberry jam. Gruyere and Emmental (lumping together because they are similar). Ad Choices. âGrilled cheese, to me, is one of the most perfect foods ever created and is truly a gift to mankind,â she says. 10. Warning: American cheese has no place in this story. A while ago while watching Saturday morning cartoons with my kids, I saw an Elmer Fudd âmusic videoâ where he serenades a grilled cheese. Gouda is one of the worldâs oldest known cheeses, and one of the best for grilled cheese. Dry, crumbly, fresh cheeses, like goat cheese, won't melt properly. Garotxa (Spanish Goat). Halllooooo melty brie grilled cheese goodness! Gouda. When you meet such a person, you should listen to them carefully. Fontina. Provolone is killer on a cheesesteak too. Glorious cheese!. The peppery notes pair perfectly with roasted turkey or chicken. Here are our favorites for ooey, gooey grilled sandwiches, baked pasta, and more. Medium cheddar. Lovely with anything tomato-y. Taleggio. This is the key ingredient of our famous Beecherâs grilled cheese sandwich. I like it in a grilled cheese with thick-sliced smoked bacon and some fresh snipped chives on ciabatta bread. Restaurant recommendations you trust. 6. Think: Cheese atop crackers, a dreamy pizza with melted cheese, a piping hot bowl of mac n cheese, a heavenly ham and cheese sandwich, and the list goes on.Cheese is the one ingredient which is used worldwide and is loved by over half the world's population. When the cheese is about halfway melted, use a spatula to flip one slice over on top of the other, and press lightly to melt. Or both! We like to mix in a little Just Jack for some added richness, but going all out with Beecherâs Flagship is not a bad idea either. Raclette. Ever see a warmed half wheel of cheese scraped with a knife so all of it falls onto a mountain of potatoes or vegetables or meat below? And we love it melted over the protein in your sandwich. To revisit this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. Another beautifully melting cow milk cheese, fontinas range from mild to stinky so thereâs one to suit everybodyâs taste. The bread gets crispy, the cheese gets perfect melty, and itâs almost impossible to burn it. Monterey Jack (Just Jack). Use mostly Monterey Jack and sprinkle on a couple teaspoons of your favorite blue cheese or hard grating cheese on top of Jack for something unique. My current favorite grilled cheese is Annelies, caramelized onions, thinly sliced pickles and coarse grain mustard on sourdough. Lots of melty cheese things happening right here: Photo by Michael Graydon and Nikole Herriott, Photo by Josephine Schiele, styling by Ali Nardi, warmed half wheel of cheese scraped with a knife. Jacks are mild cow milk cheeses and are particularly good for mixing with a stronger-flavored cheese in a grilled cheese (like blue cheese, or Parmesan) so you can get a more interesting flavor but still have a gooey melty texture. Itâs a hell of melter and works wonders in burritos, in a grilled cheese sandwich, and on top of burgers. Comte is an unpasteurized French cowâs milk cheese eaten straight or made into fondue. Boschetto al Tartufo. She gave us her top six cheeses for grilling in no particular order: Young goat gouda. While itâs hard to deny the melty perfection of a diner-style grilled cheese sandwich made with slices of American cheese or even Kraft singles, most experts happen to think American cheese is pure garbage. Itâs salty and earthy, with a slight hint of bitterness. Aged gouda takes a little longer to melt (itâs harder) so keep the flame low to not burn your bread, but itâs worth trying if you can find it. Nice sandwich. These can be pretty firm cheeses, so grate them before adding to your sandwich to facilitate melting. Arzua Ulloa tastes like string cheese turned into fancy cheeseâlooks impressive, tastes like your childhood. Taleggioâs yeasty, egg custardy flavor is made more savory in a grilled cheese, and is delicious with fig jam. Point Reyes Creamery in California makes a particularly good version of Toma. Meatballs. Comte. Yeah, American is on this list, and yeah, weâre calling it cheese, and itâs the meltiest there ever was or will be. But what's the best melting cheese? While not everyone agrees with that, itâs not the only point of contention when it comes to making a good grilled cheese sandwich. Recipes and more delivered to your inbox. Weâre talking deli-sliced provolone. This is the mic-drop classic, as far as Iâm concerned. The perfect crispy melty brie grilled cheese sandwich with melty crispy bacon and sweet caramelised onions. What varieties get you that gratuitous cheese pull you're after? Try some of the flavored havartis (like dill) for variety. Melty, delicious, and with that perfect pull-apart gooeyness. Chaource. Taleggio has a washed rind, which brings a more pungent aroma to the table, but itâs flavor is much more mellow, with hints of nuts, sweet fruit, and a bit of funk. The American version of muenster is quite mild. Here are our 11 best cheese recipes which we think are a must try. Murrayâs Boot Camp is for cheese enthusiasts and professionals alike who seek a strong (and tasty) foundation in the world of cheese. Within that broad distinction we have some preferences. Toma. Skip the dipping part and go straight for a sandwich. Add some spicy, pickled peppers (we love Mama Lilâs peppers) and youâve got yourself a glorious sandwich. There's one type of cheese that no amount of tweaking will melt: Acid-set cheeses, like fresh goat cheese, quick farmers cheese, paneer, queso fresco, and ricotta, just can't do it.That's because acid, unlike rennet, actually "dissolves the calcium glue that holds the casein proteins together in micelles," explains McGee in On Food and Cooking. The best melting cheeses are soft, fresh, and creamy as hell. The American-single-on-white version, with its soft melted cheese, golden-brown crust, and irresistible buttery warmth, is the delicious classic. This would pair nicely with a dark nutty bread that maybe even has some dried fruit (like raisins or figs) baked into it. These are our 8 favorite cheeses to melt on top of sandwiches baked pasta, toast, and chili. Speaking of sharpness: If you want melty, go for younger cheddars rather than the aged ones, which have less moisture and don't melt as well. Try it with a smear of dijon mustard on a sturdy country loaf. Generally speaking, younger, fresher cheese is going to give you a better melt. 9. White bread, sliced cheese, and margarine are a great place to start, but eventually you may want to get fancy with cheeses like gruyère and taleggio and all manners of bread. Gibson is the author of Grilled Cheese Kitchen, winner of seven grilled cheese championships and co-owner (with her husband Nate Pollak) of The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen in San Francisco. Of course itâs perfect for melting in a grilled cheese too. Maybe in Switzerland? Another Italian cowâs milk offering. Not just any provolone though. For a classic grilled cheese, you canât go wrong with Monterey Jack. But there are professionals who truly know how to turn cheese into magic. Anything, really. We've been making grilled cheese sandwiches for a long time and have only just now discovered mayonnaise as an alternative to oil or butter. Grilled cheese is one of the first dishes many people learn to make. 9. If youâre making a true French onion soup, gruyère is what you want for that molten, cheesy top layer. The semi-firm cheese is made from unpasteurized cowâs milk cheese and is known for its distinct flavor profile. Here are 19 tasty ways to improve on this iconic comfort food with tips from restaurants and food bloggers for a taste of something special. Divide the cheese evenly on top of the buttered slices. Also a good option for people who have a hard time processing cowâs milk. Straight up red-wax gouda (which is young) is fine, but I recommend trying some of the wide variety of variations ... smoked gouda, gouda with cumin, goat milk gouda. Itâs not a typically used in grilled cheese sandwiches but is a fun, indulgent departure. Itâs a Swiss (or French) cowâs milk cheese that brings fruity, sweet notes to the table. Itâs often found melted atop a hearty bowl of French onion soup. Roast pork. 8. The Best Broccoli Cheese Soup is a thick, rich and creamy soup with chunks of tender broccoli pieces, shredded carrots and a hint of nutmeg all cooked together in melted sharp cheese!The perfect comfort soup for the colder months! Perfectly balanced, with a lovely sweetness. If you canât find the traditional French version, try Seastack from Mt. You can grate your cheese or you can slice it, or you can get real controversial and put tomatoes in it. Get the stuff labeled "sharp" for a tangier, more aggressive kick. ©2021 BuzzFeed, Inc. All rights reserved. Prepare for a slightly sharp, decadent sandwich with a smooth, creamy texture. Cheeses that don't work so well are feta, farmer's cheese and paneer or queso blanco, since they really don't melt at all, but merely soften. LâEtivaz. Itâs pizzaâs best friend, the champion of the cheese pull scenario. Blue cheese (Oregonzola by Rogue Creamery) cut with Swiss (Jarlsberg). Try pairing it with some thinly sliced pears and prosciutto for an even more flavorful grilled cheese sandwich. Elemental in its construction and primal in its comfort, grilled cheese is the sandwich that's as easy to make as it is to love. Creamy havarti is another good one to pair with other cheeses; it is relatively soft and buttery, very mild, and children (or people who donât like any stink in their cheeses) will love it. Recipes you want to make. All rights reserved. In the U.S., Marieke Gouda makes some of the best gouda around. But grilled cheese also knows how to take a sophisticated turn. A summer day in a sandwich. Itâs the most popular cheese in France for a reason, folks! This semi-firm goats milk cheese from Catalan has become really popular, and with good reason; it has a round, robust flavor profile and is less acidic than many other goat cheeses. Cheeses traditionally used in dishes similar to grilled cheese are always good options, and gruyere and emmental are both used in Croque-Monsieur (or -Madame), a strong hint youâre on the right track. This cheese is often warmed in the oven so that the center melts into a perfect gooey mess, ideal for dipping crusty bits of bread. This'll inspire you to take your relationship with grilled cheese to the next level. Personally, I like a slice of tomato and a couple slices of bacon on my grilled cheese sandwiches, but that is another recipe! Bon Appétit may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. You know the deal with mozzarella. This is a specific cheese, and other truffled Italian cheeses are great too, but this one has cow and sheepâs milks and melts beautifully; itâs available nationwide in Whole Foodsâ cheese dept. The age of the cheddar gives the sandwich a nutty flavor and this âsweet cheddarâ style of cheese melts into the bread beautifully. There are two types of cheese. Consider spreading some apricot preserves on a crusty white bread with the creamy cheese and serving it slightly warm (it wonât need much time to get melty). Monterey or Sonoma Jack. Our version of this cheese, known as âJust Jackâ is a rich, creamy Jack that melts into pure deliciousness. Young gruyère is slightly sweet, salty, and nutty, but as you can probably guess, the driving flavor is milky creaminess. Weâre fans of fontina in frittatas, and grilled cheese. Mozzarella, whether fresh or low-moisture, is extremely tame in flavor, so it makes a quick, clean, creamy hit to everything from meatball subs to roasted vegetables. Cheese lover Adrienne Cheathamâwho also just happens to be a chef at the Institute of Culinary Educationâwas more than ready for the challenge of ranking the best cheeses for melting in a sandwich. Dreamy Annelies is exclusive to Murrayâs and is incredible on its own but life-changing in this sandwich. Cream cheese and even process cheese like Velveeta (which has starches added to ensure smooth melting and no separation) are also excellent to use as a base for your cheese sauce. © 2021 Condé Nast. Clark is the assistant manager of education and events at Murrayâs Cheese in New York. It melts easily. Arzua Ulloa. Membrillo paste is my current fave. I also tend to grab sliced sourdough bread instead of white bread, for a more grown-up grilled cheese experience. 8. Aged cheddars are great too, but donât melt quite as well. Toma is a traditional semi-soft cow milk cheese made in Northern Italy. Bonus: Tillamookâs smoked black pepper cheddar. And no one agrees on that, either. We donât love this one-noted, creamy cheese on everything, but if you see us making a burger or a breakfast sandwich, weâll be melting American all over it. Chicken cutlets. If you love soups try this Slow Cooker Pasta e Fagioli Soup, Creamy Zuppa Toscana or Creamy Chicken Broccoli Soup. If you find the flavor a little strong, mix them with a milder cheese, like Jack or havarti. We like blending in taleggio with other cheeses in dishes like macaroni and cheese, tomato pie, quiches, and savory tarts to make the flavor more complex. Comte St. Antoine. Either way you go, this cheese will melt into a fine ooze and should be paired with some smoked bacon, and perhaps sautéed onions or apples, and thyme. Cooking advice that works. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement (updated as of 1/1/21) and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement (updated as of 1/1/21) and Your California Privacy Rights. We did just that, asking three legendary cheese experts to tell us, in their opinion, the best cheeses for a grilled cheese sandwich. Townsend Creamery. Glorious cheese! This is fall comfort food at its best. Soup is the comfort of the soul! Garlic bread grilled cheese. If you want to ramp up the flavor profile a bit, opt for a French or German version thatâs been imported (those tend to have more age and thus a more pungent, earthy flavor profile). We did just that, asking three legendary cheese experts to tell us, in their opinion, the best cheeses for a grilled cheese sandwich. 4. This Italian cowâs milk cheese has a flavor that isnât far from a mild provolone, but it is a little more grassy. Muenster (French and German versions will have more stinkiness). Itâs an aged cheddar thatâs seasoned with both green and black peppercorns. 10. Mont DâOr (Winnimere from Jasper Hills, Vermont). To revisit this article, select Myâ  â Account, then View saved stories. Easygoing and crowd-pleasing. 5. 3. Comte. Mild, tangy, sweet and toasty. Heidi Gibson Gibson is the author of Grilled Cheese Kitchen , winner of seven grilled cheese championships and co-owner (with her husband Nate Pollak) of The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen in San Francisco. My kids tend to like a mild Colby jack cheese, but when I make a grilled cheese for myself I love to use a smoked gouda, cheddar, provolone or even muenster cheese is so yum. Flavor varies by producer, but itâs creamy and mild, and a great melter. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Condé Nast. This is Swiss cheese you see used in a traditional Swiss dish (and device) also called âracletteâ â you melt the surface of the cheese in front of a fire and scrape it onto bread or potatoes. Comte hails from the Franche-Comte region of eastern France. 4. A very friendly, easy-going cheese, so put it with your favorite sweet or savory pairing and it will be delicious. We recommend using a creamy blue, like Oregonzola from Rogue Creamery, and cutting it with a little Swiss or our Just Jack to achieve a creamier texture and slightly milder flavor. Add a little thinly sliced steak or crisped bacon in between two slices of cheese to round out the slight sweetness of this Swiss cheese. This soft French cheese has a lot of flavor. 5. Part of HuffPost Food & Drink. Marco Polo is one of my favorite Beecherâs cheeses. 2. Again, itâs creamy as hell, which seems to be the theme here. I like the stinkier ones (melting cuts the stink, by the way) and like to add a little minced sage and some prosciutto to my fontina grilled cheese. You've got to have a cheese with just the right melting characteristics. Actually, I prefer Finlandia Swiss or most any good Jarlsberg to this mixture of cheeses, but brie is always a great cheese for melting. A feel-good classic, the grilled cheese sandwich can be simple, elaborate, or totally offbeat, ranging from meaty to vegetarian or even vegan. Its full-cream flavor pairs especially well with fruity or spicy preserves and chutneys. 6. Aged Cheddar-Gruyere (Beecherâs Flagship). Seasoned White Cheddar (Marco Polo). 2. Spend your weekend learning and tasting what we know best: CHEESE! Havarti. Excellent with bacon or a floral honey. Whether youâre topping some chorizo chili or making a classic grilled cheese, shredded cheddar melts extremely well. I highly recommend ⦠Enough said. It gets bubbly, crispy, and browned under the broiler, and pulls beautifully with each spoon-led expedition into the bowl. Why not be bold and add a little blue to your sandwich? Sub in a little taleggio in a classic mac 'n cheese to keep things interesting. âItâs not really cheese to me, itâs some kind of weird plastic-y substance that should be banned from the face of the earth,â Heidi Gibson, co-owner of The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen in San Francisco, told HuffPost. BA's best breakfast sandwich is, well, the best. Sausage. Tillamook is my personal favorite. The best recipes, kitchen tips and genius food facts. 3. As a grilled cheese expert, I can assure you that making an air fryer grilled cheese just might be the perfect way to cook this classic comfort food. A grilled cheese doesn't work with just any old cheese. Beecher Dammeier is the founder, CEO and executive chef at Beecherâs Handmade Cheese, which launched in Seattle and has locations nationwide. 1. Adjust the heat so the bread sizzles gently. Thereâs cheese that you nibble off a platter, while saying things like, âHmm, quite nutty.â And then thereâs cheese that you melt and stretch and pull and gaze longingly at. But what really matters in a grilled cheese sandwich is the type of cheese you use. If you give your grilled cheese a nice crispy browning by coating it in mayonnaise or butter, then you can probably use this hack without worrying about a grease fire.
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