Khachapuri with Kale Herb Sauce (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cheeses
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1 pound part-skim mozzarella, shredded
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8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
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2 cups shredded provolone cheese
→ Fresh Produce
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2 cups shredded Tuscan kale
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1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, grated
→ Pantry Items
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3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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kosher salt
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black pepper
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crushed red pepper flakes
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2 tablespoons salted butter, at room temperature
→ Refrigerated Items
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3 large eggs
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1 pound pizza dough, homemade or store-bought
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, combine the mozzarella, feta, and provolone. Add 1 egg and mix well to incorporate all ingredients.
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In a small bowl, massage the kale with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper until slightly softened.
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Divide the pizza dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a rough oval shape approximately 10 inches long. Transfer to the prepared baking sheets.
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Spoon the cheese mixture evenly into the center of each dough oval, leaving a 1-inch border. Fold the edges over the cheese to create a boat shape with exposed cheese in the center. Top each with the prepared kale.
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Transfer to the oven and bake for 10 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melting.
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Remove from the oven and crack an egg into the center of each khachapuri. Return to the oven and bake another 3-5 minutes, until the egg white is just barely set.
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Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the remaining olive oil, basil, parsley, dill, garlic, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper.
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Remove the khachapuri from the oven and add 1 tablespoon butter to the center of each. Stir the butter and egg into the cheese mixture to finish cooking the egg.
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Brush the herb sauce over the warm khachapuri. Serve immediately while hot and cheese is still molten.
# Notes:
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Khachapuri is a traditional Georgian cheese-filled bread that typically uses a specific Georgian cheese called Sulguni, but this variation uses a combination of widely available cheeses.
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The egg on top is meant to be stirred into the hot cheese mixture right before eating for a creamy, rich texture.