Beyaz Peynirli Yumurta (Eggs with Feta Cheese)

www.turkishcookbook.com

Ingredients:

• 1 egg
• 1 tsp butter
• 1/2 cup feta cheese* (white cheese), crumbled
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped

Garnish:

• 1 pinch oregano
• 1 pinch crushed pepper
• Salt
• Pepper

Method:

• Melt the butter in a small skillet.
• Place the feta cheese and parsley mixture in it.
• Make a hole at the centre and break the egg in it.
• Cook over medium-low heat with the lid.
• Check the egg often, don't overcook the yolk.
• Sprinkle oregano, crushed pepper, salt and pepper over it.
• Serve for breakfast with fresh Turkish bread.
• If you like, you can also have it as a light lunch; serve with Mixed Green Salad with Yogurt Dressing on the side.

Note:
Always keep Feta Cheese in a container with spring water to absorb the salt.