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Georgian Khachapuri

Prep
45 minutes
Total
1 hour
Serves
4
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Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup warm milk
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 oz Georgian cheese or mozzarella, grated
  • 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
  • 4 large eggs
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 egg beaten for egg wash

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in center and add yeast mixture and olive oil.

  3. 3

    Mix until dough forms, then knead on floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  4. 4

    Place dough in oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in warm place for 30 minutes until doubled.

  5. 5

    Meanwhile, mix grated cheese and crumbled feta in a bowl. Set aside.

  6. 6

    Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).

  7. 7

    Divide dough into 4 portions. Roll each into oval shape about 8 inches long.

  8. 8

    Place cheese mixture in center of each oval, leaving 2-inch border.

  9. 9

    Fold long sides over filling and twist ends to create boat shape, pinching seams tightly.

  10. 10

    Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg.

  11. 11

    Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.

  12. 12

    Remove from oven and immediately crack one egg into center of each boat.

  13. 13

    Add 1 tablespoon butter to each and return to oven for 2-3 minutes until egg whites are just set.

  14. 14

    Serve immediately while hot, mixing egg and butter into cheese before eating.

  15. 15

    "title": "Georgian Khachapuri",

  16. 16

    "total_time": "1 hour",

  17. 17

    "prep_time": "45 minutes",