Grape Leaves Stuffed with Mozzarella, Dry Jack, Peanuts, and Raisins
Serving Size - 8
Prepared By - Ellice & Monty
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1 lb Fresh mozzarella, coarsely chopped
1/2 lb. Dry Jack, shredded
1 cup Peanuts, chopped (or coarse-ground)
1/2 cup Basil
1/4 cup Mint
1 ea. Fresh green chiles, finely chopped
1/2 cup Raisins golden
2 tsp. Lemon Juice
1/4 cup Peanut oil
24 ea. Grape leaves, young, tender, in brine
Pita chips, to serve, as needed
Edible flower petals, for garnish, as needed
YOGURT SAUCE:
1 pt Yogurt
3 ea. Garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp. Mint, chopped
Salt and Pepper to taste

Combine all ingredients except the grape leaves in a large bowl; mix and work it until soft and able to shape. Section off 2-ounce portions or an amount that will fit into the grape leaves. Wrap each portion with a grape leave as if wrapping an egg roll. Brush with peanut oil. Grill until slightly charred, or bake in a 375ºF oven for about 10 minutes, or until cheese is slightly melted. For the yogurt sauce: Combine all ingredients; season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve the stuffed grape leaves hot with pita chips and yogurt sauce. Garnish with flower petals.