Mizithra-Arni Skopelos
- 2 pounds small rustic bread, unsliced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus 4 tablespoons
- 2 onions, minced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 4 plum tomatoes, chopped
- 1 1/2 pounds lamb sirloin, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon chile flakes, crushed
- 2 sprigs fresh oregano, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 cup mizithra, grated
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut bread in half lengthwise and scoop out a cavity in both halves, being careful not to rip bread or leave too thin a crust.
- It should be 3/4-inch thick.
- On medium heat, in 2 tablespoons olive oil, saute the onions until translucent, add in the garlic and tomato.
- Cook for 3 to 4 minutes and set aside and let cool.
- In a bowl, toss together the lamb, chili flake, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Add in the onions, garlic, and tomatoes.
- Blend well.
- Brush insides of the bread with remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with grated cheese.
- Fill bottom half of bread cavity with the meat and carefully place top half over it, securing tightly.
- Wrap with aluminum foil and bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
- Slice crosswise and serve warm.
bread, extra virgin olive oil, onions, garlic, tomatoes, lamb sirloin, chile flakes, oregano, salt
Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/cat-cora/mizithra-arni-skopelos-recipe.html (may not work)