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Handkäse with Caraway and Mustard Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 Handkäse (sour milk cheese) rounds
- 1 tablespoon caraway seeds
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Place the Handkäse rounds on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until slightly golden.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the caraway seeds, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Drizzle the mustard dressing over the Handkäse rounds.
5. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for garnish.
6. Serve immediately.


- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-15 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 220
- Total fat: 19g
- Saturated fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 500mg
- Total carbohydrates: 2g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 10g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Handkäse can be substituted with any sour milk cheese.
- Caraway seeds can be substituted with fennel seeds or cumin seeds.
- Dijon mustard can be substituted with whole grain mustard or spicy brown mustard.
- White wine vinegar can be substituted with apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar.
- Olive oil can be substituted with any neutral oil.

Variations:
- Add sliced red onions or pickles on top of the Handkäse rounds.
- Use a different type of cheese, such as Camembert or Brie.
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to bake the Handkäse rounds until slightly golden to enhance the flavor and texture.
- Use a whisk to emulsify the mustard dressing for a smooth consistency.
- Serve with crusty bread or crackers.

Storage instructions:
- Handkäse with Caraway and Mustard is best served immediately and does not store well.

Reheating instructions:
- Handkäse with Caraway and Mustard can be reheated in the oven at 375°F for 5-10 minutes until warmed through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a wooden board or platter with fresh herbs and sliced vegetables.

Garnishes:
- Chopped fresh parsley or chives.

Pairings:
- Serve with a crisp white wine or a cold beer.

Suggested side dishes:
- Crusty bread or crackers.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mustard dressing is too thick, add more olive oil or white wine vinegar to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to handle cheese properly and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Food history:
- Handkäse is a traditional German cheese made from sour milk.

Flavor profiles:
- Tangy, nutty, and slightly spicy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or as part of a cheese board.

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Region: German

Taste: Tangy, Sour, Spicy, Savory, Herbal