Hleb Punjen Ajvarom I Sirom (ajvar And Cheese Stuffed Bread)

Hleb Punjen Ajvarom i Sirom, or Ajvar and Cheese Stuffed Bread, is a delicious Serbian dish that combines the rich flavors of ajvar and cheese with soft, fluffy bread. This savory stuffed bread is perfect for a snack, appetizer, or as a side dish to accompany a meal.

Hleb Punjen Ajvarom I Sirom (ajvar And Cheese Stuffed Bread)

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf of bread
  • 1 cup ajvar
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the top of the bread loaf and hollow out the center, leaving about 1 inch of bread along the edges.
  3. Spread ajvar inside the hollowed-out bread, then sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the cheese, then sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Place the stuffed bread on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Baking sheet Knife

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Hleb Punjen Ajvarom i Sirom warm, as a delicious appetizer or snack.

Tips & tricks

You can customize the stuffing by adding other ingredients like cooked sausage, roasted vegetables, or different types of cheese.

Cost

$8