1tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
2 or 3garlic cloves, minced
½cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Large pinch of crushed red pepper
1tablespoon red wine vinegar
2tablespoons cold water
For the cheese
8ounces provolone cheese, sliced at least 1 inch thick
1tablespoon roughly chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
½teaspoon crushed red pepper
1baguette, sliced in 1/2-inch rounds, toasted, if desired
Make the chimichurri: In a small bowl, stir together the parsley, oregano, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper, crushed red pepper, vinegar and water. Thin with a little more water, if necessary, to make a pourable sauce. Set aside to let flavors meld. Sauce may be prepared up to 1 hour in advance.
Set a small cast-iron pan over medium-high heat (or over hot coals). When pan is hot, put in the cheese. Sprinkle with half the oregano and crushed red pepper.
Cook for about 2 minutes, until the bottom begins to brown. Carefully flip the cheese with a spatula and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more, until the second side is browned and the cheese is beginning to ooze. Transfer cheese to a plate and sprinkle with remaining oregano and crushed red pepper. Serve immediately, accompanied with bread and chimichurri. (Alternatively, finish the cheese by putting it under the broiler or in a hot oven.)