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Adjaruli Khachapuri (Cheese-Filled Bread)

Name: Adjaruli Khachapuri (Cheese-Filled Bread)
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Georgian
Ingredients: 500g all-purpose flour; 1 packet active dry yeast; 1 tsp salt; 300ml warm water; 200g fresh cheese (like sulguni or feta); 50g unsalted butter; 1 egg (for brushing)

A traditional Georgian dish featuring a leavened dough filled with a mixture of fresh cheese and butter, baked to golden perfection.

60 minutes4 servings

Method

In a large bowl, mix flour, yeast, and salt.
Gradually add warm water, kneading until a soft dough forms. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
In a separate bowl, mix fresh cheese with melted butter.
Roll out the dough into a large oval shape, spread the cheese mixture, and fold the edges to form a pocket.
Brush with beaten egg and bake at 220°C (425°F) for 20-25 minutes until golden.

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