Hungarian Snack: Delicious Layered Cottage Cheese and Tomato Tower

Allergens

Dairy (Cottage Cheese) - Gluten (Bread)

Ingredients

• 1 cup cottage cheese, low
• fat
• 2 large tomatoes, thickly sliced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon paprika, sweet Hungarian
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 slices whole
• grain bread, toasted
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine the cottage cheese with the chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. Slice each tomato into 3/4 inch thick slices and lay them on paper towels to drain excess moisture.
3. Spread a thin layer of the cottage cheese mixture on one side of each slice of toasted bread.
4. Arrange the tomato slices on top of the cheese layer, slightly overlapping if necessary. e) Drizzle a little olive oil over the tomatoes and season with additional salt and pepper as desired. f) Broil in the oven for 3 4 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Chef’s Insight

This dish showcases Hungary's traditional flavors while being simple enough for anyone to make at home.

Notes

Adjust the spiciness of the dish by using less or more paprika according to personal preference.