Fergese E Tiranes Me Piperka |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Tirana Fergese is the national dish of Albania, this is a vegetarian version made with peppers, tomatoes, and cheese. Ingredients:
1/2 lb green peppers or 1/2 lb red pepper |
1 lb tomato |
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
1/2 lb cottage cheese (salted) or 1/2 lb feta cheese |
1 tablespoon flour |
1/4 lb butter |
salt |
fresh ground black pepper |
cayenne pepper |
Directions:
1. Peel the skins off the tomatoes and peppers; saute tomatoes and peppers in oil for about 5 to 7 minutes, then set aside to cool.
2. Dice vegetables.
3. Melt the butter in another saucepan; stir in flour, cottage or feta cheese, salt, pepper, and cayenne to taste.
4. Mix cheese mixture with vegetables and place in a pre-heated 350 degree F oven for 15 minutes.
5. Remove from oven and serve immediately.
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