Baked Adyghe Cheese

Ingredients

• Adyghe cheese 10 oz
• Marinated cherries 5 oz
• Pickled garlic 2 cloves
• Ocean salt to taste
• Chili Flakes to taste
• Fresh basil leaves to taste
• Thyme 1 sprig
• Olive Oil 1 tablespoon
• Meyer Lemon Juice 1 tablespoon

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

Cut the cheese into small cubes and place them in a baking dish.

Step 2

Thoroughly wash the cherry tomatoes in cool water.

Step 3

Add them to the cheese.

Step 4

Chop the garlic coarsely.

Step 5

Season with dried basil and thyme leaves.

Step 6

Drizzle with lemon juice and oil. Add the garlic.

Step 7

Salt to taste.

Step 8

Cover with foil and place in an oven preheated to 390°F for 15–20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil, reduce the temperature to 355°F, and bake for another 5–10 minutes until lightly browned.

Step 10

Let it cool slightly and serve.