from the kitchen of mr. pete's

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Serves: 2-4

essentials: 

• (7 oz) Kasseri cheese, cut into ½-inch thick slices
• ¼ cup water, for brushing
• ½ cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
• 2 to 3 tbsp mr. pete’s everyday use olive oil
• 2 tbsp Greek honey
• optional: toasted sesame seeds to finish

instructions:

1. pat dry the Kasseri cheese with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. lightly brush the cheese with water on all sides.
3. dredge the cheese in flour, pressing gently so it adheres. shake off any excess flour.
4. heat mr. pete’s everyday use oil in a non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
5. carefully place the floured cheese in the hot pan.
6. cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the exterior is crispy and golden brown.
7. remove the cheese and let it rest on paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
8. while still hot, drizzle warm honey over the fried Kasseri and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top.
9. just before serving, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the cheese to balance the richness and sweetness.

enjoy your saganaki!