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Prep Time: 45 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 5 |
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Golden-brown cheese patties are fabulous served with any combination of crisp greens, such as arugula, spinach or even cabbage.Cleo Martinez-Gonske, Redding, California Ingredients:
4 ounces cream cheese, softened |
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded gjetost cheese |
1 egg |
1 tablespoon water |
2 tablespoons cornmeal |
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted |
1 tablespoon dry bread crumbs |
2 teaspoons grated parmesan cheese |
2 tablespoons butter |
salad: |
5 cups torn mixed salad greens |
1 cup pitted ripe olives |
5 tomato wedges |
dressing: |
1/4 cup olive oil |
1 teaspoon sesame oil |
1/4 cup white wine vinegar |
2 teaspoons finely chopped green onions |
1 teaspoon dijon mustard |
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
toasted pita wedges, optional |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and Gjetost cheese until blended. Shape into ten 1-in. balls; flatten into 1-1/2-in. patties.
2. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and water. In another shallow bowl, combine the cornmeal, sesame seeds, bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Dip cheese in egg mixture, then cornmeal mixture. In a large skillet, cook cheese patties in butter in batches for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
3. Meanwhile, arrange the salad greens, olives and tomatoes on a serving platter. Whisk the oils, vinegar, onions, mustard and seasonings; drizzle over salad. Place cheese patties over the top. Serve immediately with pita wedges if desired. Yield: 5 servings.
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