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Ingredients
- 1 lb. cheese, such as kasseri, kefalotiri,or kefalograviera
- 1 stick (1/4 lb. butter
- 3 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tbs.brandy(preferably Greek)[optional]
Directions
Slice cheese into 3/4- to 1-inch-thick cubes or slices. Melt butter and fry cheese for 3 minutes on each side, or until melted nd lightly brown. Sprinkle with lemon juice.
Note:
Cheese can be broiled instead of fried. If broiled, do not use any butter. Place cheese in an ovenprof dish. Broil approximately 3 minutes without turning. Sprinkle with lemon juice.
Optional:
Just before serving, pour 2 Tbs. brandy over hot cheese and ignite(carefully). Serve after flame extinguishes.
20 to 24 pieces
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Submitted 6/13/05.
Source: St.Paul's Greek Orthodox Cathedral Recipe Club
Submitted By: Eileen Werth
crzylegs@erols.com
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