Argentina prides itself on its delicious cuisine, and while this country is widely associated with meat, it also offers decadent dishes for any palate — vegetarians included. Provoleta, a dish reminiscent of the crispiest, cheesiest bits of a grilled cheese sandwich, is a meat-free way to enjoy a deliciously rich and indulgent snack.

Provoleta is both the name of this dish and the name of the cheese used to make it. To make this special appetizer, provoleta cheese — which is similar to provolone — is grilled until gooey, but it still stays solid enough to be bitten; in place of this cheese, you can use another kind that can withstand high heat and won't melt into a puddle.

In Argentina, provoleta is cooked over coals and served with fresh bread. At home, you can cook your chosen cheese in a cast-iron pan using the broiler, oven, or grill; just let the cheese come to room temperature first so it crisps up properly, and season with oregano and crushed pepper before cooking it for two minutes per side.