Classic Saganaki With Olives And Lemon

By á-170456

Ingredients

• 1 package kasseri cheese or Pecorino Romano - (8 oz) cut 1/2"-thick
• rectangular slices
• All-purpose flour as needed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil - (about)
• 1/2 lemon
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
• Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
• Tomato wedges
• Pita wedges
• Kalamata olives

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

Rinse cheese slices under cold water (do not pat dry). Coat with flour. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until almost smoking. Add cheese and cook until beginning to brown, about 1 minutes per side. Transfer to plates.

Squeeze lemon over cheese; sprinkle with oregano and pepper. Serve with tomatoes, pita and olives.

This recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.