Balsamicfetacheesedip Recipes

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil.
• Place the beef on the sheet pan. Combine the mustard, vinegar, and salt in a small bowl. Spread the mixture on the filet and brush it evenly over the top and sides. Sprinkle the cracked pepper evenly all over the meat.
• Roast the filet for 30 minutes exactly for medium-rare (25 minutes for rare and 35 minutes for medium). Remove the pan from the oven, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and allow the beef to rest on the pan for 10 minutes. Slice and serve hot or warm.
• Note: This recipe was doubled for this episode.

Steps:

• Combine olive oil, yogurt, lemon juice, paprika, garlic, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and sugar in a food processor; pulse mixture until smooth. Add a couple feta cubes at a time, processing between batches until mixture until thick and smooth.
• Transfer dip to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate at least 1 hour.

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• Puree beans, olive oil, and 1 tablespoon vinegar in processor until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. Drizzle with tomato oil and a few drops of vinegar. Serve with crudités and pita wedges.

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• Mix the oil and vinegar till well blended.
• Crush the feta cheese into the oil & vinegar mixture, blending well.
• Serve with bread.

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• In a mixing bowl, combine the above ingredients with mixer until blended well.
• Cover and chill until ready to serve.
• Serve with vegetables or crackers.

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• Place all ingredients in saucepan.
• Bring to the boil, stirring till sugar dissolves.
• Simmer without stirring till syrupy.
• Allow to cool.
• Use for strawberries.
• Keep in sealed container in fridge.

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• 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.

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, feta cheese, peppers and basil until blended. Transfer to a greased 3-cup baking dish. Bake until bubbly, 25-30 minutes. Serve with baguette slices or chips., Editor's Note: To prepare in a slow cooker, mix ingredients as directed. Pour into a greased 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker; cook, covered, on low until heated through, 2-3 hours.

Steps:

• Set aside 1 basil leaf and 1 sun-dried tomato for garnish.
• In a food processor or blender, blend together all the ingredients until they reach a nice consistency to spread on crackers.
• Place in medium serving dish and garnish dip with the reserved fresh basil leaf and tomato.
• Serve at room temperature with plain crackers or heat in a 400°F oven for about 20 minutes.