Traditional Sirene po Shopski: Baked Brined Cheese with Tomato and Egg

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Heat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Brush four individual lidded clay pots lightly with sunflower oil.

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400g Bulgarian sirene, cut into 4 thick slabs

4 small ripe tomatoes, sliced

2 roasted red peppers, peeled and sliced

4 large eggs

2 tablespoons sunflower oil

1 teaspoon dried chubritsa (summer savory)

1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 small hot pepper, sliced, optional

Use individual clay pots for the characteristic presentation.

Add eggs only near the end so the yolks do not harden.

Do not add salt because sirene is already brined.

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