LCBO Food & Drink Holiday 2025

FEEL THE HEAT HEAT

Bothwell’s inspiring lineup of spicy Monterey Jack cheeses will bring the heat to your holiday entertaining. From moderately-zippy Jalapeño to extra-hot Habanero with Cracked Black Pepper, there is something for everyone. Beyond the board, we’ve created a pair of easy recipes featuring these tasty cheeses. One is a scrumptious canapé of puff pastry, spicy Jack, pineapple and mint. The other is a duo of gooey grilled cheese, one starring our exciting new flavour, Spicy Dill Pickle. Be bold, get spicy.

SPICY GRILLED CHEESE, TWO WAYS

Line baking sheet with parchment. Butter 6 slices white pullman loaf and place on sheet, buttered side down. Top 3 slices with sliced Bothwell Spicy Dill Pickle Monterey Jack, about 4 oz/115 g total. Place 1 slice smoked ham, trimmed to fit, on top of cheese. Top remaining 3 slices with sliced Bothwell Red Hot Chili Pepper Monterey Jack, about 4 oz/115 g total. Butter another 6 slices pullman loaf and place on top, buttered side up. Heat 2 large nonstick frying pans over medium heat. Transfer sandwiches to pan with spatula. Cook until well browned and cheese has melted, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Cut each sandwich into 4 squares transfer to clean baking sheet or rectangular platter. Top pickle cheese squares with a slice of dill pickle and a dill frond. Top chili pepper cheese squares with a dollop of red pepper jelly and a thin slice of fresh red chili pepper. Serve immediately. Makes 24 pieces