Honey Whipped Feta with Garlic Herb Roasted Olives

• portions: 8 servings
• temps actif: 15 minutes
• temps total: 35 minutes

Ingrédients

2 cups mixed olives pitted

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

6 cloves garlic, smashed

1 shallot, quartered

1 lemon, quartered

2 sprigs fresh thyme

2 sprigs fresh oregano

chili flakes

1 cup (8 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

3 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature

2-3 tablespoons honey

black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 450° F. In a baking dish, combine the olives, olive oil, garlic, shallot, lemon, thyme, oregano, and a big pinch of chili flakes. Bake 20-25 minutes, until the garlic turns golden and the oil is sizzling. 2. Meanwhile, whip the feta. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until smooth and creamy. The feta can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days. 3. Spoon the feta into a serving bowl and then top with the warm olives. Serve with bread or crackers.

Nutrition

• Calories: 255 kcal