Cranberry Whipped Feta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Fruit Mixture
01 -
½ cup orange juice
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1 cup granulated sugar
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12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries
→ Cheese Mixture
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8 ounces block feta cheese
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½ cup cream cheese or Greek yogurt
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
→ Garnish
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2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
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1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1 tablespoon honey
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine orange juice, sugar, and cranberries in a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until cranberries burst and mixture thickens, about 10 to 15 minutes. Remove and allow to cool completely.
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In a food processor, blend feta cheese, cream cheese or Greek yogurt, and olive oil until smooth and creamy.
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Spread whipped cheese mixture on a serving platter. Evenly top with cooled cranberry sauce, sprinkle with chopped pistachios and crushed red pepper flakes, then drizzle with honey.
# Notes:
01 -
For a tangier profile, substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt. Adjust crushed red pepper flakes to desired spice level. Serve alongside crackers, pita bread, or baguette slices.