The Most Delicious Summer Cooking. Fërgesë with Cheese, Peppers, and Tomatoes.

cottage cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Ricotta offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: crumbled tofu

Goat cheese provides a tangy flavor, while tofu is budget-friendly.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Chop the onions and garlic finely.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté the onions and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Chop the peppers and add them to the skillet, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes to the skillet and stir well.

Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

In a bowl, combine the sautéed mixture with cottage cheese and crumbled feta.

Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and smooth the top.

Beat an egg and brush it over the top for a golden finish.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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