Savory Garlic Anchovy & Cheddar Cheese Sauté

Ingredients

- 8 fillets anchovies, drained
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Drain the anchovy fillets and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
- Grate the cheddar cheese if not pre-shredded.

2. Heat the Oil:
- In a large sauté pan, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
- Heat until the oil is shimmering, ensuring it does not begin to smoke.

3. Sauté the Garlic:
- Add the sliced garlic to the pan, stirring frequently.
- Cook until the garlic turns golden brown, approximately 2-3 minutes.

4. Add the Anchovies and Red Pepper Flakes:
- Reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Introduce the anchovy fillets and red pepper flakes to the pan.
- Stir continuously, gently breaking down the anchovies with a wooden spoon until they dissolve into the oil, around 2-3 minutes.

5. Incorporate the Cheese:
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly across the pan.
- Stir until the cheese melts and blends smoothly with the oil, garlic, and anchovies to create an aromatic sauce, about 2-3 minutes.

6. Final Seasoning:
- Taste and adjust with a pinch of salt, if necessary.

7. Serve:
- Remove the sauté from heat and serve immediately, possibly over warm crusty bread or roasted vegetables for a satisfying lunch.

Preparation & Cooking Times

Preparation Time: PT5M
5 minutes

Cooking Time: PT10M
10 minutes

Total Time

PT15M
15 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Anchovy sauté, Gourmet lunch, Garlic anchovy recipe, Cheese sauté, Savory dish, Anchovy and cheese, Quick lunch, Garlic and cheese, Home-cooked meal, Sautéed anchovies

Recipe Yield

Serves 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1,000 calories

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