Middle Eastern Feta Spread Recipes

FETA SPREAD

Steps:

• Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl, and blend well. Taste for seasoning, and add more salt or cayenne if needed.
• Refrigerate, covered, for at least an hour before serving.

FETA CHEESE DIP - MIDDLE EASTERN STYLE

Steps:

• Crumble and mash feta cheese with a fork with oils and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
• Serve with toasted pita wedges or crackers.
• VARIATIONS:.
• Many herbs and spices can be added to this recipe for a "kick".
• Try adding a teaspoon of dill, oregano, garlic powder, or another herb or spice.
• For spicier spices like cumin or caraway, start off with 1/8 teaspoon and increase according to taste.

GREEK FETA CHEESE SPREAD (HTIPITI)

Steps:

• In food processor, combine cheese, oil, lemon juice, garlic, green onions, tomatoes and red peppers.
• Blend well to form a nice smooth paste.
• If too thick, thin with a little more oil.
• Serve with pita bread, crackers or crusty bread.

MIDDLE EASTERN FETA SPREAD

Steps:

• Place feta cheese on a plate and mash very well with a fork.
• Add all other ingrdients and mix very well.
• Place bay leaf into center of dip.
• Cover and chill at least 4 hours before serving.
• When ready to serve, stir; REMOVE the bay leave and stir more.
• Serve.