Greek Fried Cheese Saganaki Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 egg, well beaten
- 1 teaspoon flour
- 1/2 pound kasseri cheese, sliced 1/2 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons brandy
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
Directions:
- Heat the butter in a large heavy skillet over moderate heat.
- Beat the egg and flour together and dip the cheese slices into the mixture.
- Fry until well browned on both sides.
- Remove from the heat and add the brandy.
- Carefully ignite the brandy with a match and shake the skillet until the flame is extinguished.
- Squeeze the lemon juice over the cheese and serve from the skillet along with crusty bread.
