Roasted red pepper-feta cheese spread

By the Chef Marshall O’Brien Group

This spread is full of flavor, creamy, and festive looking, without being a dietary disaster—perfect for the holiday season. Serve at room temperature or slightly warm to bring out the flavor.

Yield: about 2 1/2 cups

Ingredients

• 2 cups feta cheese, finely crumbled
• 1/2 cup roasted red bell pepper (jarred is fine), finely chopped
• 1/4 cup (about 2) green onions, very thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon (or more, to taste) fresh garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Freshly squeezed lemon juice, to taste

Directions

• Place all ingredients except lemon juice in a bowl and mash well with a fork.
• Add lemon juice to taste.
• Serve with crackers, thinly sliced baguette or a veggie tray.