Sauteed Feta with Tomato Sauce

1. 1

   Freeze feta, wrapped in plastic wrap, 30 minutes (to facilitate slicing).

2. 2

   Cut feta into 1/3-inch-thick slices and gently pat dry between paper towels.

3. 3

   Spread flour and bread crumbs on 2 separate plates.

4. 4

   In a shallow bowl beat egg lighty.

5. 5

   Working with 1 slice at a time, dredge feta gently in flour, brushing off excess, and dip in egg, letting excess drip off.

6. 6

   Coat feta with bread crumbs and transfer to a wax-paper-lined tray.

7. 7

   Chill feta 15 minutes.

8. 8

   In a small saucepan bring tomato sauce to a bare simmer and keep warm.

9. 9

   In a large non-stick skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and saute feta in batches 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or until golden.

10. 10

    Transfer feta with a slotted spatula to plates.

11. 11

    Squeeze lemon over feta to taste and sprinkle with pepper.

12. 12

    Serve feta with tomato sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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