Georgian Bread - Check, Please! Philly (2020)

cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Cottage cheese provides a lower-fat option while maintaining creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and still adds richness.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers similar tanginess with lower calories.

Combine warm water, yeast, and sugar in a bowl; let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Mix flour and salt in a large bowl; create a well in the center.

Add the yeast mixture, yogurt, and melted butter into the well; stir until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 8-10 minutes.

Place the dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).

Divide the dough into portions and roll each into a circle.

Spread cheese mixture in the center of each circle, leaving a border.

Fold the edges of the dough over the cheese to create a boat shape.

Brush the edges with melted butter and bake until golden, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from the oven and crack an egg on top of each khachapuri; return to the oven until the egg is set, about 3-5 minutes.

Serve hot, topped with additional butter and black pepper.

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