Fërgesë Tirane (Baked Cheese with Peppers)

 A traditional dish from Tirana, this is a creamy mix of cheese, peppers, and tomatoes.

Ingredients:

• 400g cottage cheese or ricotta
• 2 green peppers
• 1 onion
• 3 tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 4 tablespoons butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté the vegetables: In a pan, melt butter and sauté chopped onion and peppers until soft. Add diced tomatoes and cook until the liquid evaporates.
2. Add the cheese: Stir in the flour, then fold in the cheese until everything is mixed. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Bake: Pour the mixture into a baking dish and bake at 200°C (390°F) for 20 minutes until golden.