Caciocavallo Affumicato

Caciocavallo Affumicato is a deliciously smoky Italian cheese dish, perfect for snacking or as an appetizer. Its rich flavor and unique texture are sure to delight anyone who loves cheese.

Ingredients

• Caciocavallo Affumicato cheese - 200 grams
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh rosemary - 1 sprig
• Crusty bread (preferably ciabatta) - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams
• Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium heat.
2. Slice the Caciocavallo Affumicato cheese into thick rounds (about 1 cm) and set aside.
3. Cut the crusty bread into thick slices and lightly brush both sides with olive oil.
4. Place the bread slices on the grill and toast until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
5. While the bread is toasting, place the cheese slices on the grill and cook until they are golden and slightly melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
6. Remove the grilled bread and cheese from the grill and let them cool slightly.
7. In a bowl, toss the cherry tomatoes with balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to taste.
8. To serve, layer the grilled cheese on top of the toasted bread, top with the marinated cherry tomatoes, and garnish with fresh rosemary.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in calcium and protein from the cheese.
• Contains antioxidants from the cherry tomatoes and healthy fats from olive oil.

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