Family Latvian Roasted Cheese Kebabs

Assemble the ingredients: cheese, salt, garlic, black pepper, water, bay leaf, carrot.

Warm oil in a heavy pot. Add the cheese and cook until roasted.

Stir in the aromatics and spices — the backbone of Latvian flavors.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning; the flavor should deepen as it cooks.

Plate and serve with traditional Latvian accompaniments such as bread, rice, or fresh herbs.