Middle Eastern Feta Spread

• feta cheese↗8 ounces
• walnuts, toasted and finely ground↗1⁄4
• garlic cloves, mashed↗2
• red pepper paste↗2 tablespoons
• extra virgin olive oil↗3 tablespoons
• chopped fresh oregano1 tablespoon
• chopped of fresh mint1 tablespoon
• salt↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• pepper↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• bay leaf↗1

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place feta cheese on a plate and mash very well with a fork.

2. 2

   Add all other ingrdients and mix very well.

3. 3

   Place bay leaf into center of dip.

4. 4

   Cover and chill at least 4 hours before serving.

5. 5

   When ready to serve, stir; REMOVE the bay leave and stir more.

6. 6

   Serve.