Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Grilled Halloumi cheese on toast with peppadew peppers


OK folks here's an easy one for the holidays. Halloumi, a cheese from Cyprus made from sheep and goats milk is the star attraction. I know, Hallouwho???? Halloumi, its a wonderful grilling cheese which is so easy to prepare. I sliced it, then placed the slices in a warm non stick pan. The interesting part is, the cheese doesn't melt, it caramelizes!!! Once lightly brown, place the warm cheese on a toasted baguette. I topped it off with South African Peppadew peppers. Be creative with the topping, I may even try some homemade white peach jelly on top next time around. So go find the Halloumi cheese, (its not cheap as I spent 10 bucks for a small block) for a simply delicious appetizer this holiday season!

  • 1/2 pound piece of Halloumi cheese
  • Toasted baguette slices
  • Peppadew Peppers (any type of grilled or sweet pepper would be delicious)

Slice Halloumi cheese into 1/4 inch slices. Place in warm non stick pan, cook till lightly golden brown, flip over. Toast baguette slices, place caramelized cheese on warm bread, top with peppers.

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10 comments:

  1. Chef EDecember 16, 2009 at 4:43 PM

    It has been a while since I had this cheese, but the third time I have heard of it in the blog world, so I must personally try what you have done...the in laws are in for a treat...what store did you find it at?

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  2. chow and chatterDecember 16, 2009 at 7:29 PM

    looks great my sis in law loved this cheese big in the UK

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  3. AnonymousDecember 16, 2009 at 7:34 PM

    I LOVE halloumi! It's so hard to find that cheese though!

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  4. teresaDecember 17, 2009 at 7:37 AM

    i have been wanting to try this cheese for a long time now, it looks awesome!

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  5. SarahDecember 17, 2009 at 9:00 AM

    Pepadew peppers are my favorite! (did you know they come stuffed with a creamy mild french cheese also?)
    I have not had this cheese, I will have to go to the cheese counter and try to find it!

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  6. ClaudiaDecember 17, 2009 at 3:32 PM

    I am seeking out this cheese. You can grill it! Fantastic! Love it paired with the pepadew peppers.

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  7. VelvaDecember 17, 2009 at 6:08 PM

    As always, darn delicious. Yum.

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  8. love lives in the kitchenDecember 18, 2009 at 4:07 AM

    it's lunch time and i shoudn't be reading your post rigth now ;) i'll never be able to find something good as this here now!
    love the recipe!

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  9. FaithDecember 18, 2009 at 6:35 AM

    You're right, even though it's kind-of pricey, halloumi is definitely worth it! Mmmm, this looks perfect!

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  10. Tasty Eats At HomeDecember 18, 2009 at 1:58 PM

    Ooh yummy! I love this dish too.

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