Smoked Ham, Cheddar and Fig Grilled Cheese

Smoked Ham, Cheddar and
Fig Grilled Cheese

What is there not to love about this crispy grilled cheese which balances smoky, sharp and sweet flavours so perfectly?

• 1/3 cup (75 mL) fig jam
• 8 slices sourdough bread (1/2-inch/1 cm thick slices)
• 8 slices Balderson Double Smoked Cheddar Cheese (250 g)
• 8 slices smoked ham
• 4 tsp (20 mL) grainy mustard
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) unsalted butter, softened

1. Spread fig jam over 4 slices of bread. Top with 1 cheese slice, ham and another cheese slice. Spread mustard over remaining slices of bread; place on top of cheese, mustard side down. Butter outside of bread slices.
2. Heat large skillet set over medium heat; cook sandwiches for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until golden brown and cheese melts.

TIP:

Add arugula to grilled cheese if desired.