Cougar Cheese Recipes

Grilled Cheese - Plain & Simple

1/2 lb Cougar Gold Cheese, coarsely grated (or use our Cheddar)
4 - 1/2" thick slices country, pain levain or other hearty bread, cut in half
12 fresh basil leaves (optional)
3 Tbsp butter

1. Sprinkle the grated cheese over 4 slices of the bread. Top with the basil leaves, if desired.
2. Cover with the remaining 4 bread slices.
3. In a large saute pan, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
4. Place the sandwiches in the pan and cover.
5. Cook until the sandwich is golden brown on the underside, about 3 minutes.
6. Turn with spatula and cook the other side until golden brown and the cheese has melted, about 2 more minutes.
7. Serve Immediately.