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Baked Saganaki with Honey and Thyme

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Baked Saganaki with Honey and Thyme

Saganaki

  1. Hot Appetizers

Prep: 5 min • Cook: 15 min. A mellower take on classic saganaki, this version is baked until golden and drizzled with local honey and fresh thyme for a sweet and savory appetizer. Originating from Greece and Cyprus, this cheese dish has transcended borders and is enjoyed in many Mediterranean and European cuisines, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.

Preparation time
5 min
Cooking time
15 min
Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Course
Appetizer
Complexity
Easy
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Ingredients

  • 9oz kefalotyri cheese(or halloumi, sliced into 1-inch thick pieces)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil(plus more for drizzling)
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme(chopped)
  • 2 tbsp honey(local, for drizzling)
  • 1 tsp black pepper(freshly ground, optional)

Instructions

Baking the Saganaki

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Pat the kefalotyri cheese slices dry with paper towels. This helps it crisp up when baking.
  3. Place the cheese slices in a small oven-safe dish or baking pan.
  4. Drizzle the cheese evenly with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  5. Sprinkle the chopped fresh thyme and optional black pepper over the cheese.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbling.

Serving

  1. Carefully remove the dish from the oven.
  2. Drizzle the baked saganaki generously with honey.
  3. Serve immediately while hot and gooey.

Nutrition

Servings
4
Serving size (imperial)
3.2 oz
NutrientPer servingPer 100 gTotal (4 servings)
Calories320.5 kcal356.1 kcal1,282 kcal
Protein16 g17.8 g64 g
Fat24.5 g27.2 g98 g
Carbs5 g5.6 g20 g

Tips

  • Ensure the cheese is patted dry for the best crispy texture when baked.
  • Keep an eye on the saganaki as it bakes to prevent burning; it should be golden, not dark brown.
  • Serve immediately with crusty bread or pita for dipping into the melted cheese and honey.

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