Baked Provolone Appetizer

provolone cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: fontina cheese

Part-skim mozzarella is lower in fat, while fontina is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: fresh cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Cilantro offers a different flavor profile, while dried parsley is more economical.

crusty bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread is healthier, while white bread is generally less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 450°F.

Place the provolone cheese into a dish (individual cups or a pie dish).

Brush the cheese with a little bit of olive oil.

Caramelize onions in about half a tablespoon of butter until they are browned and sweet.

Add the caramelized onions on top of the cheese.

Top with fresh chopped tomatoes and fresh oregano.

Sprinkle a little bit of harissa on top for spice.

Place the dish in the oven and bake until bubbly and soft, about 4-5 minutes.

Remove from the oven and serve with crackers or a knife for spreading.

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