Za’atar Feta Dip

What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? Food Plating: Za’atar Feta Dip! It’s time to shake up the party with an appetizer favorite that won’t just sit on the table and be ignored. There’s no need to announce this popular Middle Eastern spice since, you know, people could likely turn up their noses and walk away. The secret is to pique their curiosity by making it look enticing. However, if you’re cornered into revealing this secret ingredient, simply mumble your way through za’atar’s blend of ingredients like oregano, marjoram, and thyme. As your voice trails off, they’ve already scooped up enough to slather on a chip and take a bite. It’s earthy. It’s tangy. It’s lusciously smooth and creamy. Now they suddenly want more. 

ZA’ATAR FETA DIP 

Ingredients: 

6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

4 ounces cream cheese, softened 

1/3 cup Greek yogurt

2 tablespoons honey

1 clove garlic, minced

1 teaspoon za’atar seasoning

1 tablespoon pistachios, roughly chopped

Fresh mint, for garnish

Raw Honey, for garnish 

Instructions: 

In a food processor, combine feta cheese, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, minced garlic, and za’atar seasoning. Blend on High setting until smooth. Scoop mixture into a serving dish and smooth with a spoon. Make a small well in the center and fill with additional honey. Garnish with crushed pistachios, fresh mint, and a sprinkling of za’atar seasoning. Serve with mini pretzels or toasted bagel chips. 

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  7. There is something delicious about whipped feta and I bet with Za’atar it is even better! Have a great start of your week Gail! ~Nessa

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