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Cheese in the Oven

Cultural Context

Originating from Mediterranean cuisine, 'Cheese in the Oven' showcases the simplicity and richness of baked cheese dishes. Often served as an appetizer or snack, it highlights the delightful combination of melted cheese with aromatic herbs and spices. This dish is popular in various cultures, with numerous adaptations across Europe and beyond, making it a beloved choice for gatherings and parties.

MediterraneanITappetizer
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
8 oz goat cheese
1 cup marinara sauce
2 tablespoons grated garlic
1 cup tomatoes, diced
1 baguette, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 oz Brie cheese
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup apricot jelly
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often more affordable.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Garlic powder provides flavor without fresh ingredient costs.

1

Empty goat cheese into a pie dish and shape it into a circle.

2

Spoon marinara sauce around the goat cheese in the pie dish.

3

Add grated garlic to the marinara sauce.

4

Bake in the oven at 375°F for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbly.

5

Cut tomatoes and sprinkle them on top after baking.

6

Slice baguette and drizzle with olive oil, baking it for 10 minutes before the cheese is done.

7

Remove Brie cheese from packaging and score it in a crosshatch pattern.

8

Drizzle honey over the scored Brie cheese and add chili flakes on top.

9

Bake the Brie cheese in its container at 350°F for 12 to 15 minutes.

10

Add walnuts and apricot jelly to the baked Brie before serving with baguette or sliced apples/pears.

11

In a food processor, combine shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

12

Blend for 3 to 4 minutes and serve with vegetables, fruit, or bread.

Cooking Techniques

baking

Equipment Needed

baking dishovenknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Baked CheeseOven-Baked Cheese
Local Name: Formaggio al Forno

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