Beemster Lite (2% Milk) & Pear Grilled Cheese

Type: Sandwich, Grilled Cheese
Prep Time: 10 min.
Cook Time: 10 min.
Ready in: 20 min.
Servings: 4

Directions

  1. Spread each slice of bread with 1 tbsp fig spread.  Arrange half of the pear slices on 1 bread slice and top with 1 cup shredded Beemster. Place another bread slice on top and press firmly. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 2 sandwiches.
  2. Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat.  Add sandwiches and cook, covered, 8 min. until golden brown and Beemster is melted, turning once.
     

Ingredients

  • 4 slices whole-grain panini bread
  • ¼ cup Dalmatia Fig Spread or fig preserves
  • 1 pear, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups shredded Beemster Lite
  • 2 tbsp butter
     
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Cheeses Mentioned

Slimkaas

Made from 2% Milk from Beemster cows. Though lower in fat and calories, this cheese still delivers on flavor and satisfaction! 

Pairs with:

Hefeweizen, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir. Sweet-tart apples, red grapes, apricot and peaches.
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