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Saffron and Sesame Georgian Khachapuri with Cheese and Lemon

Name: Saffron and Sesame Georgian Khachapuri with Cheese and Lemon
Total time: 52 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Georgian
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup warm milk; 1/2 cup butter; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 cup grated kashkaval cheese; 1 tbsp lemon zest; 1 egg; 1 tbsp water; 1/2 tsp saffron threads; 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Adds a luxurious, aromatic touch with a nutty depth.

52 minutes4 servings

Method

Mix flour, salt, and warm milk to form a dough. Knead for 10 minutes.
Insert_before 1: Soak saffron threads in a little warm water. Stir into the dough during mixing. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before baking.
Let the dough rest for 30 minutes in a warm place.
Roll out the dough into a circle and place on a baking sheet.
Top with cheese, lemon zest, and a beaten egg wash. Bake at 200°C (390°F) for 20 minutes.

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