Balsamicfetacheesedip Food

BALSAMIC ROASTED BEEF

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.

FETA CHEESE DIP (TIROKAFTERI)

Steps:

• To prepare this amazing feta cheese dip (tyrokafterh), remove the stem and seeds from the pepper, and chop it finely. (If you have some extra time, roast or slightly fry the pepper before chopping)
• Cut the feta cheese into cubes and place in a bowl, add the chopped pepper and begin mixing in a blender or stand mixer (food processor). Gradually add the vinegar and olive oil, whilst mixing at medium speed.
• Pour in the milk until the feta cheese dip has a silky smooth, creamy consistency. Pour in a little at a time and mix until the cheese dip is smooth.
• If you prefer the dip to be a bit more spicy you can add a couple of teaspoons of cayenne pepper to taste. The milk and cheese require quite a lot of chillies to turn spicy as the milk neutralises the spiciness in the chillies so don't be afraid to add more if you want to.
• Alternatively if you prefer your dip to be creamy and mild don't add any chillies. If you want the sauce to be even creamier try adding a few tablespoons of yoghurt. This will make it even smoother than the milk!
• Pour the feta cheese dip (tyrokafteri) in a medium bowl and garnish with some chopped chillies and a couple of olives.
• Store the feta cheese dip covered in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.

BEST CHEESE DIP

Steps:

• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble sausage and ground beef into the skillet; add the onion. Cook and stir the beef mixture until the meat is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease. Pour into a slow cooker.
• Layer cheese food cubes atop meat mixture.
• Blend diced tomatoes with green chile peppers in a blender until smooth; pour over the cheese cubes along with the cream of mushroom soup. Stir the mixture.
• Cook on High, stirring occasionally until the cheese is completely melted, about 90 minutes.

SPICY FETA CHEESE DIP

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.

BALSAMIC BEAN DIP WITH FRESH VEGGIES

Steps:

• 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.

BALSAMIC & FETA CHEESE DIP

Steps:

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

BALSAMIC DIP

Steps:

• 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.

CRUDITES WITH BALSAMIC DIP

Steps:

• Puree all balsamic dip ingredients in a blender for 30 seconds. Serve in a bowl alongside veggies.

MEDITERRANEAN FETA CHEESE DIP

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.

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.

FETA CHEESE APPETIZERS

Steps:

• Preheat broiler.
• In a medium skillet cook onion and garlic in olive oil and sesame oil over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
• Remove from heat.
• Add cream cheese and feta cheese; stir until mixture is nearly smooth.
• Stir in olives, sweet peppers, and dillweed. Set aside.
• Using a long serrated knife, split pita rounds in half horizontally to form two circles.
• Place, cut side up, on a large ungreased baking sheet.
• Broil 3 inches from heat for 1 minute or until pita rounds are lightly toasted.
• Spread each pita round with about 1/3 cup of the cheese mixture.
• Broil about 1 minute more or until hot.
• To serve, use a sharp knife or kitchen scissors to cut each round into 6 wedges.