Grilled Manouri Cheese with Caramelized Plums

Name: Grilled Manouri Cheese with Caramelized Plums
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons honey; 6 medium plums, halved and pitted; 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 pound manouri cheese, cut into two 1/2-inch-thick rounds; 1/2 teaspoon dried Greek oregano; 6 cups packed arugula; 2 tablespoons basil, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1
In a large skillet, cook the honey over high heat until darkened slightly, about 1 minute.
2
Add the plums cut sides down and cook over moderate heat until they release their juices, about 3 minutes.
3
Increase the heat to moderately high and cook until the plums are browned, about 3 minutes longer.
4
Transfer the plums to a plate.
5
Remove the skillet from the heat and add the sherry vinegar.
6
Scrape the honey from the bottom of the skillet and stir together with the vinegar until blended; transfer to a small bowl.
7
Whisk in 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice and the 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season the dressing with salt and black pepper.
8
Light a grill.
9
Drizzle the cheese with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
10
Grill over high heat until grill marks form, about 1 minute per side.
11
Transfer the cheese to a plate.
12
Drizzle with olive oil and the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, then sprinkle with the oregano.
13
Cut each cheese round into 3 triangles.
14
In a large bowl, toss the arugula with 3 tablespoons of the dressing.
15
Mound the salad on plates.
16
Arrange 2 plum halves and a cheese triangle on each plate.
17
Drizzle the remaining dressing over the plums, sprinkle with the basil and serve.

324

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons honey, 6 medium plums, halved and pitted, 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Grilled Manouri Cheese with Caramelized Plums falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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