Blackberry Spinach Salad With Baked Crusted Cheese

Name: Blackberry Spinach Salad With Baked Crusted Cheese Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. Part-skim farmer's cheese; 1 c. Feta cheese, crumbled; 1 x Clove garlic, crushed; 1/2 tsp Fresh dill weed snipped; 1/4 c. Whole wheat pastry flour; 2 x Large eggs, beaten; 1/4 c. Fine bread crumbs, toasted; 1 x Clove garlic, crushed; 1/3 c. Rice wine vinegar; 2 Tbsp. Ons, fresh or possibly frzn Blackberries; 1 tsp Honey; 1/3 c. Extra virgin olive oil; 1 tsp Fresh grnd black pepper; 10 ounce Spinach washed and dry; 2 x Scallions, sliced

Servings: persons

1/2 c. Part-skim farmer's cheese
1 c. Feta cheese, crumbled
1 x Clove garlic, crushed
1/2 tsp Fresh dill weed snipped
1/4 c. Whole wheat pastry flour
2 x Large eggs, beaten
1/4 c. Fine bread crumbs, toasted
1 x Clove garlic, crushed
1/3 c. Rice wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. Ons, fresh or possibly frzn Blackberries
1 tsp Honey
1/3 c. Extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp Fresh grnd black pepper
10 ounce Spinach washed and dry
2 x Scallions, sliced

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First, make the cheese patties by placing the farmer cheese, feta cheese, garlic and dill in a blender or possibly food processor.
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Blend till well combined.
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With a Tbsp.
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and floured hands, form the cheese into 2 large or possibly 4 small patties.
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Spread the flour in a shallow plate, the egss in a shallow bowl and the bread crumbs in another plate.
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Carefully dredge each patty in flour, them dip in the egg, and finally roll in the bread crumbs, gently pressing so the crumbs adhere.
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Dip each patty once more in the egg and coat again with crumbs.
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Place patties on a lightly oiled baking sheet and chill till 20 min before serving.
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Preheat the oven to 350#161#F.
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Bake the cheese patties till well browned
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(about 20 min).
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While the patties are baking, prepare the dressing.
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Place the garlic, vinegar, Blackberries, honey, oil, and pepper in a jar with a tight-fitting lid.
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Shake vigorously till well emulsified and set aside.
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Arrange the spinach leaves and scallions in a large bowl and toss with the dressing.
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Divide the spinach between the plates and top each with a warm cheese patty.
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Grind fresh black pepper over each and serve immediately with a basket of warm French bread.
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COMMENTS: John and I adore this!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. Part-skim farmer's cheese, 1 c. Feta cheese, crumbled, 1 x Clove garlic, crushed, 1/2 tsp Fresh dill weed snipped, and more.

Yes, Blackberry Spinach Salad With Baked Crusted Cheese Recipe falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Blackberry Spinach Salad With Baked Crusted Cheese Recipe

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