Ingredients:
- 2 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 1 poblano pepper
- 4 slices of your favorite bread
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese
- 2 slices of mozzarella cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Roasting the Poblano Pepper:
Roast the Poblano Pepper:
- Preheat your broiler or grill to high heat.
- Place the poblano pepper directly under the broiler or on the grill grates.
- Roast, turning occasionally, until the skin is charred and blistered on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer the roasted poblano to a bowl and cover it with plastic wrap. Let it steam for about 10 minutes.
- After steaming, use a knife to scrape off the charred skin, remove the seeds and stem, and then slice the pepper into thin strips.
Assembling the Sandwich:
Preheat a Skillet:
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Butter the Bread:
- Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each slice of bread.
Layer the Cheese and Fillings:
- On the non-buttered side of one slice of bread, place a slice of cheddar cheese, followed by some sliced peaches, roasted poblano strips, and a slice of mozzarella cheese.
- Top with another slice of bread, buttered side facing up.
Grill the Sandwich:
- Place the sandwich in the preheated skillet or on the griddle.
- Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Press the sandwich down gently with a spatula to help everything meld together.
Serve:
- Once the sandwich is golden brown and the cheese is oozy and melted, remove it from the skillet.
- Let it cool for a minute before slicing it in half.
- Serve your Smashed Peach and Poblano Grilled Cheese Sandwich hot.
This unique grilled cheese sandwich is a wonderful blend of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors. The combination of ripe peaches and roasted poblano peppers takes the traditional grilled cheese to a whole new level. Enjoy your delicious creation!