Saganaki: Flaming Greek Cheese

Preparation

• 1.

  Preparation

  Mix the flour, salt, and pepper on a plate.
  Roll the cheese into the flour mixture to coat evenly.



• 2.

  Cooking

  Heat equal parts of olive oil and butter in a cast iron skillet.
  When the pan is hot, fry the slice of cheese for about 90 seconds per side.
  Add 1 ounce of Ouzo to the pan and ignite.
  Remove pan from the heat. When the flames have extinguished move the cheese onto a serving platter.
  Opa!

• 3.

  Serving

  Squeeze the juice of the lemon wedge on the warmed cheese.