Israeli Yogurt "Cheese" with Pita and Olives Recipe

Name: Israeli Yogurt "Cheese" with Pita and Olives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cheesecloth; 4 cups plain yogurt (do not use low-fat or nonfat); 1 teaspoon sesame seeds; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon dried summer savory; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Toasted pita bread triangles; Assorted olives

Servings: persons

Cheesecloth
4 cups plain yogurt (do not use low-fat or nonfat)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried summer savory
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Toasted pita bread triangles
Assorted olives

1
Set strainer over large bowl.
2
Line strainer with 4 layers of cheesecloth, allowing 4 inches to extend over sides of strainer (do not let strainer touch bottom of bowl).
3
Spoon yogurt into strainer.
4
Gather cheesecloth together; fold over yogurt.
5
Refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight (liquid will drain out and yogurt will thicken).
6
Combine sesame seeds, salt, summer savory, cayenne and cumin in small bowl.
7
Open cheesecloth at top.
8
Using rubber spatula, transfer drained yogurt to bowl.
9
Drizzle olive oil over.
10
Sprinkle with sesame seed mixture.
11
Place bowl in center of platter; surround with pita bread triangles and olives.
12
Broil tomatoes until skins begin to split and blacken in spots, turning occasionally, about 4 minutes.
13
Cool.
14
Peel tomatoes.
15
Cut into wedges.
16
Arrange peppers, tomatoes and eggs on platter.
17
Sprinkle with tuna and capers.
18
Mix oil and lemon juice in small bowl.
19
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
20
Drizzle dressing over salad.

216

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: Cheesecloth, 4 cups plain yogurt (do not use low-fat or nonfat), 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Israeli Yogurt "Cheese" with Pita and Olives 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.

Israeli Yogurt "Cheese" with Pita and Olives

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