EDAM CHEESE WITH SHRIMP STUFFING

Steps:

• Cut a 1 inch-thick slice off the top of the cheese.
• Using a spoon, scoop out the center of the cheese, forming a shell 1/2 inch thick.
• Hollow out the lid.
• Place the cheese in a large pot and pour cold water to cover.
• Soak for 1 hour.
• Meanwhile, grate the cheese pulled from the center to make 2 cups; set aside.
• Prepare the shrimp and rinse in cold water; set aside.
• Drain the cheese shell well.
• Place the bottom in a baking dish with high sides just large enough to hold cheese.
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Melt butter in a skillet.
• Saute onions for about 5 minutes over medium-low heat.
• Add the tomato and seasoning and cook until all liquid has evaporated.
• Transfer vegetables to a large bowl.
• Gently fold in the shrimp, grated cheese, bread crumbs, olives, and raisins.
• Then add the beaten egg.
• Turn this mixture into the cheese bottom and top with lid.
• Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
• Top should be bubbly and golden brown.
• Serve immediately.