Ouzo-Marinated Greek Cheese |
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Prep Time: 45 Minutes Cook Time: 4 Minutes |
Ready In: 49 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ouzo-Marinated Greek Cheese Ingredients:
12 ounces kasseri cheese, room temperature |
1/2 cup ouzo, unsweetened anise liqueur |
1/4 cup olive oil |
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced |
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped |
1 teaspoon pepper, coarsely ground |
pita bread |
Directions:
1. Cut cheese lengthwise into four 1/2-inch thick pieces.
2. Arrange in single layer in shallow dish.
3. Mix ouzo, olive oil, parsley, thyme and pepper in small bowl.
4. Pour over cheese.
5. Marinate at least 4 hours and up to 8 hours, turning once.
6. Preheat broiler.
7. Remove cheese from marinade; transfer to 4 small broiler proof gratin dishes.
8. Drizzle 2 teaspoons marinade over each piece of cheese.
9. Broil until cheese is soft and just begins to melt, about 4 minutes.
10. Serve with bread.
11. Notes: This starter is an easy version of the fried cheese dish, saganaki, which is traditionally paired with a glass of ouzo.
12. Serve with freshly grilled pita bread.
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