Grilled Provoleta Cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

• 1
  First, preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If you don't have a grill, you can also use a cast iron skillet or a grill pan on the stove.
• 2
  Cut the Provolone cheese into thick slices about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick. The cheese should hold its shape while grilling, so avoid slicing it too thin.
• 3
  Brush both sides of each cheese slice with olive oil. This will help prevent sticking and give the cheese a beautiful golden color when grilled. Sprinkle the cheese slices with dried oregano, chili flakes, and black pepper.
• 4
  Use a knife to make small slits or pockets in the cheese and insert thinly sliced garlic into these slits. This will give the cheese a delicious garlic flavor when grilled.
• 5
  Place the seasoned Provolone slices directly on the grill or in a grill pan. Grill the cheese for about 2–3 minutes on each side, or until you see grill marks and the cheese begins to melt slightly.
• 6
  Once the Provoleta is nicely grilled and has a golden crust, remove it from the grill and transfer to a serving plate. You can serve it on its own or with crusty bread or baguette slices for dipping.