Roasted Garlic Tirokafteri

Greek tirokafteri gets a flavor boost with the addition of roasted garlic. Serve this spicy feta dip spread on bread or pita, or with raw vegetables.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 71 Calories

Ingredients

• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
• 1 (6 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and coarsely chopped
• 8 ounces crumbled feta
• 0.25 cup half-and-half
• 0.25 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.125 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 0.25 cup roasted garlic

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place roasted red peppers, roasted garlic, hot pepper sauce, lemon juice, oregano, and white pepper into a blender; puree until smooth. Add feta and cream cheese, and puree until smooth.

Step 2

With blender running, slowly pour in olive oil until incorporated and thickened. Stir in half-and-half if needed to achieve a dip consistency. Cover and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.