htipiti (Feta Spread) Cat Cora

By pdav

Ingredients

• 8 ounces crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon finely chopped pepperoncini salad peppers
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
• 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. dried crushed red pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• Garnishes: dried crushed red pepper, olive oil

Preparation

Step 1

Pulse feta cheese, 2 Tbsp. olive oil, lemon juice, pepperoncini salad peppers, garlic, oregano, 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. dried crushed red pepper, and black pepper in a food processor 6 to 8 times or until combined, stopping to scrape down sides. Cover and chill 2 hours before serving. Store in refrigerator up to 3 days. Serve with crostini or pita chips. Garnish with dried crushed red pepper and olive oil, if desired.

Note: To serve as a sauce, prepare as directed, processing mixture 3 to 4 minutes. Serve immediately.

Cat Cora, Cat Cora, Southern Living, APRIL 2010