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Spiced Ajvar with Grilled Cheese

Name: Spiced Ajvar with Grilled Cheese
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: North Macedonian
Ingredients: 2 large red bell peppers; 1 medium eggplant; 2 cloves garlic; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 tsp smoked paprika; Salt to taste; 2 slices of aged cheddar cheese; Fresh dill for garnish

A variation of the traditional ajvar with added spices, served with grilled cheese for a richer flavor.

50 minutes4 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Toss peppers and eggplant with olive oil, garlic, paprika, and salt. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
Blend the roasted vegetables with additional olive oil and garlic until smooth.
Chill the ajvar for at least 1 hour before serving.
Grill the cheese until golden and serve with ajvar on the side.

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