ALMOND "FETA" WITH HERB OIL
Blanched almonds give this cheese appetizer a rich texture. Unbaked, it's smooth and spreadable, while baking makes it crumbly like feta. It's easy to make ahead. -Mary Raymond, Chesterfield, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h
Yield 1-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Rinse almonds in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add water to cover by 3 in. Cover and let stand overnight., Drain and rinse almonds, discarding liquid. Transfer to a food processor. Add 1/2 cup water, lemon juice, 3 tablespoons oil, garlic and salt; cover and process for 5-6 minutes or until pureed., Line a large strainer with 4 layers of cheesecloth and place over a large bowl. Pour almond mixture into prepared strainer; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag. Refrigerate overnight., Squeeze out any liquid; remove cheesecloth and discard liquid from bowl. Transfer ball to a parchment-lined baking sheet; flatten slightly into a 6-in. circle., Bake at 200° for 35-40 minutes or until firm. Cool. Refrigerate until chilled., In a small skillet, heat the thyme, rosemary and remaining oil over medium heat for 2 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Drizzle over almond mixture. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Chalord Nokuthula
[email protected]This almond feta with herb oil is a delicious and versatile recipe. I've used it as a spread on sandwiches, as a dip for vegetables, and even as a pizza topping.
Assaful islam
[email protected]This almond feta with herb oil is a great way to use up leftover almonds. It's also a great way to add some flavor to your favorite dishes.
Abu HayaAH
[email protected]I made this almond feta with herb oil for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Wayne Archer
[email protected]This almond feta with herb oil is a great way to add some plant-based protein to your diet. It's also a good source of healthy fats and calcium.
Arsenal Wenger
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of almond feta, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The herb oil really helped to improve the flavor.
Alexa Lovegood
[email protected]This almond feta with herb oil is the perfect appetizer or snack. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.
Sarah Tageldin
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my almond feta turned out crumbly. Not sure what went wrong.
David susan Onne
[email protected]This was a bit too tangy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The texture was great and the herb oil was delicious.
Mosesalpha
[email protected]I've made this almond feta with herb oil several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to add some vegan protein to your diet.
Pleasure Mafatshe
[email protected]This almond feta with herb oil is a great dairy-free alternative to traditional feta. It's creamy and tangy, and the herb oil adds a delicious flavor.
K.K
[email protected]This was my first time making almond feta and it turned out great! The texture was spot-on and the flavor was tangy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the herb oil, which really took this dish to the next level.
Diddy_ Mice
[email protected]I'm not vegan, but I'm always looking for new and exciting plant-based recipes. This almond feta with herb oil did not disappoint! It was so easy to make and tasted amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.
Adnan Ch
[email protected]Absolutely delicious! The almond feta was smooth and flavorful, and the herb oil was the perfect complement. I used it to make a vegan pizza and it was a huge hit.
princess kay kay
[email protected]This almond feta with herb oil was a delightful surprise! It had a tangy, creamy texture with just the right amount of salt and a hint of sweetness. The herb oil added a wonderful layer of flavor and made this dish perfect for spreading on crackers o