Greek Cheesecake (Savoury)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Delight your taste buds with Greek Cheesecake (Savoury)
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hr 10 min

Ready In

1 hr 40 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup ground walnuts , toasted
1/2 cup finely crushed Zwieback toast
2 tablespoons butter , melted
6 ounces finely crumbled feta cheese
1 lb ricotta cheese
4 large eggs
1 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomato ( make sure they 're plump and yummy )
1 cup kalamata olive , pitted and finely chopped
4 garlic cloves , very finely minced
1 teaspoon dried basil , crumbled
1 teaspoon dried oregano , crumbled
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 -4 sprigs fresh oregano

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
403
Sugar
4g
Fat
35g
Greek Cheesecake (Savoury) is a unique and delicious take on the classic sweet cheesecake. This recipe combines the creaminess of ricotta cheese with the tanginess of feta cheese, and adds in sun-dried tomatoes and kalamata olives for extra flavor. It is a perfect appetizer for a fancy dinner party or a summer barbecue.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
2.In a small bowl, combine the ground walnuts and crushed Zwiback toast with the melted butter.
3.Press the mixture into the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan, and bake for 10 minutes.
4.In a large bowl, mix together the feta cheese, ricotta cheese, eggs, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, pepper, and salt.
5.Pour the cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan, and smooth the surface with a spatula.
6.Bake for 1 hour, or until the cheesecake is browned on top and set in the middle.
7.Allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving, and garnish with fresh oregano sprigs.

PROS

This Greek cheesecake is a delicious appetizer that is sure to impress your guests.

It is rich and flavorful, with a perfect balance of tangy feta and creamy ricotta cheese.

The sun-dried tomatoes and kalamata olives add an extra layer of complexity to the flavor.

CONS

This appetizer is quite rich, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It is also quite time-consuming to make, so it may not be ideal for a busy weeknight.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this Greek cheesecake is not exactly a health food, it does offer some nutritional benefits.
Both ricotta cheese and feta cheese are good sources of protein and calcium, and the sun-dried tomatoes and kalamata olives are rich in vitamins and minerals.

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