Description
This Bulgarian Cheese Sandwich recipe features crusty bread topped with crumbled Bulgarian white cheese (sirene) or feta, drizzled with olive oil and optionally layered with fresh tomato slices and herbs for a flavorful and simple snack or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich Ingredients
- 2-4 slices of crusty bread (such as French bread or a baguette)
- ½ cup Bulgarian white cheese (sirene), crumbled (or use feta cheese as a substitute)
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small tomato, sliced (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as oregano or basil), optional for extra flavor
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Slice the crusty bread into thick pieces that can hold ample cheese and toppings comfortably.
- Toast the Bread (Optional): If preferred, lightly toast the bread slices in a pan or toaster until just crisp to enhance texture.
- Drizzle Olive Oil: Drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil evenly over each slice to add richness and flavor.
- Add Cheese: Generously crumble ½ cup of Bulgarian white cheese (sirene) or feta over the bread slices, ensuring even coverage.
- Layer Tomatoes (Optional): Place thin slices of tomato atop the cheese to introduce fresh juiciness and contrast.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, and add fresh herbs like oregano or basil if desired for additional aroma and flavor.
- Garnish: Optionally garnish with freshly chopped parsley or other fresh herbs to brighten presentation and taste.
- Serve: Serve the sandwiches immediately as a simple, quick snack or a light meal.
Notes
- Use good quality crusty bread such as French bread or a baguette for best texture.
- Bulgarian white cheese (sirene) can be substituted with feta cheese if unavailable.
- Toasting the bread enhances flavor but can be skipped for a softer sandwich.
- Fresh tomatoes and herbs add freshness and complexity but are optional.
- Drizzling olive oil rather than butter keeps the sandwich lighter and adds Mediterranean flavors.
