Research has been touting the benefits of high protein, low-fat diets for nearly a decade. According to a 2004 study done by the American Society of Nutritional Scientists, diets high in protein (30%) but low in fat (<30% ) and moderate in carbohydrate (40%) reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, as well as triglycerides, as reported in the Journal of Nutrition. In addition to health benefits, a low fat diet can be beneficial and delicious especially when savoring the Karoun Dairies, Inc. (www.karouncheese.com) Yanni line of Greek-style cheeses; most notably the lower fat, high protein taste sensation found in Yanni Grilling Cheese, available in original and mint.
Grilling Cheese is a traditional semi-firm Mediterranean cheese, with a distinctive layered texture that is mildly salty with a rich buttery taste. Due to its high protein and lower fat content, Karoun’s Yanni Grilling Cheese can withstand extreme temperatures in the oven or on the grill without melting, and will develop a delicious golden crust when grilled.
Simply Delicious Grilling Cheese
1/2 lb. Karoun’s Yanni Grilling Cheese, sliced 1/4″ thick
2 T. freshly picked oregano leaves
1 T. olive oil
1 lemon, halved and grilled
Pita Bread, Grilled
Brush the grilling cheese slices with olive oil and place onto a medium hot grill for 2 minutes on each side, or until browned. Remove and sprinkle with oregano. Drizzle olive oil on top and squeeze the lemon juice over the cheese. Serve with grilled pita bread.
About Karoun Dairies, Inc.:
Founded in 1992, Karoun is a family-run business reflecting fulfillment of the American dream. The company has continued to grow from creating hand braided String Cheese for local ethnic and specialty grocery stores, to producing a wide variety of Mediterranean specialty cheeses and yogurt products with nationwide mainstream distribution. All Karoun cheeses are natural and handmade using only milk from cows that are free from growth hormones, BGH/rBST, and are Real California Milk certified. All Karoun’s yogurt products (yogurt, kefir cheese (labne) and sour cream) are all natural and OU Kosher certified. Please visit www.karouncheese.com.
For additional information contact Leigh-Anne Anderson, Christie Communications, (www.christiecomm.com) at 805-969-3744, or landerson@christiecomm.com.
