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Whipped Feta Dip with Honey

A creamy whipped feta dip made with ricotta and sour cream, topped with a warm honey, olive oil, garlic and red pepper flake drizzle with lemon.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 8 oz.Feta Cheese Blockcrumbled
  • 1/2 cupRicotta Cheese
  • 1/4 cupSour Cream
  • salt and pepper
  • 5 tbsphoney
  • 1 tbspolive oil
  • 1 tspminced garlic
  • 1 tspred pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 tbsplemon juice

Instructions

Instructions

  • Place the crumbled 8 oz feta, ½ cup ricotta, and ¼ cup sour cream into a food processor. Add a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Process for about 20 seconds, stop and scrape down the sides, then process for two more 20-second intervals (about 1 minute total) or until the mixture is smooth and spreadable.
  • Transfer the whipped cheese to a shallow dish or large plate and spread into an even layer. Set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, combine 5 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1 tsp minced garlic.
  • Heat the honey mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it is hot and just begins to bubble.
  • Remove the pan from heat and stir in 2 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tsp red pepper flakes. Let the mixture cool and rest for 5 minutes.
  • Drizzle the cooled honey mixture evenly over the whipped feta mixture. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired.
  • Serve immediately.

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Notes

Notes
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