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Cheddar & Cranberry Jam Grilled Cheese

Cheddar & Cranberry Jam Grilled Cheese

Sweet, tart, and melty. | 4 Servings

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on September 08, 2023
4.3
(175)

We fall for fall every time cranberries are on the table. And this grilled cheese is swoon-worthy, thanks to sweet, tart cranberry jam and melty cheddar. No matter how you slice it, this melty sandwich is perfect for any season, at any time of day.

Nutrition values are representative of a 1/4 bundle serving.

Allergens:
Milk
Soy
Wheat

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

Total Time15 minutes
Prep Time
DifficultyEasy

Ingredients

/ serving 4 people

1 unit

Sargento® Sliced Cheddar Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

2 unit

Cranberry Jam

8 slice

Sourdough Bread

(Contains: Soy, Wheat)

Not included in your delivery

1 tablespoon

Butter

(Contains: Milk)

Nutrition Values

/ per serving
Calories540 kcal
Fat25 g
Saturated Fat13 g
Carbohydrate62 g
Sugar11 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
Protein20 g
Cholesterol60 mg
Sodium910 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.

Cooking Steps

1

Spread half the sourdough slices with cranberry jam. Evenly top jammy slices with 2-3 slices of cheese. Top with remaining slices to make sandwiches.

2

Heat 1 TBSP butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add sandwiches; cook until bread is golden and cheese melts, 4-6 minutes per side. (Work in batches if necessary.)

3

Cut in half on a diagonal and serve.

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Dec 2025
  • Flavor: Many loved the sweet-and-savory combo of cranberry jam and cheddar, calling it "swoon-worthy" and surprisingly delicious 🎉.
  • Ease of prep: Customers found this recipe quick, simple, and perfect for a speedy lunch or light dinner.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding thin apple slices, turkey, or bacon for extra flavor. Some recommend sprinkling in chopped chives.
  • Portions: Several mentioned needing more cranberry jam; one packet per sandwich would allow the flavor to shine through.
  • Cheese: A few found the cheddar difficult to melt; others suggested trying a sharper variety for bolder flavor.
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