Smoked Pepper Jack Cheese Recipe
Want to know how to smoke pepper jack cheese? It super simple and you'll see you can do it in 4 simple steps
Equipment
- Smoker
Ingredients
- 1 block Pepper Jack Cheese
- 1 cup wood chips
Instructions
Step 1 – Prep the Grill
- Set the smoker temperature to 60-65°F.
- Place wood chips in a smoker tube and light.
- Make sure the flame is out, and the smoke is rolling and clean. Place on the grill grates.
Step 2 – Prep the Cheese
- Cut the pepper jack cheese block into smaller portions. (4″ x 4″ x 2″ is recommended).
Step 3 – Smoke the Cheese
- Lay the cheese blocks on a wire baking rack on the grill. Leave room for the smoke to circulate each block.
- Close the grill lid and smoke for 1 hour. Open, turn the cheese, and smoke for another hour.
Step 4 – Remove the Cheese
- Remove and let rest for an hour.
- Allow to cool, then wrap in butcher’s paper and vacuum seal.
- Store in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks before consuming.
- Now you can enjoy the delicious, nutty flavors of smoked cheese anytime!