Creole Relish Tray Recipe

Name: Creole Relish Tray
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound green beans, ends trimmed; 1 pound baby carrots; 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets; 1/2 pound celery, cut into 3-inch pieces; 1 (1-pound) jar Kalamata olives packed in vinegar brine and olive oil; 1 (11.5-ounce) jar pickled peperoncini; 1 (16-ounce) jar pickled hot cherry peppers; 1 (10-ounce) jar pickled imported Spanish Queen olives stuffed with pimientos; 1 (8-ounce) jar pickled Holland cocktail onions; 20 fresh basil leaves; 6 sprigs fresh thyme; 6 sprigs fresh oregano; 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 cup olive oil; 1 recipe White Cheddar Crackers, recipe follows; 2 cups flour; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard; 3/4 cup cold butter; 1/2 cup grated white cheddar cheese; 5 to 6 tablespoons cold water

Servings: persons

1/2 pound green beans, ends trimmed
1 pound baby carrots
1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
1/2 pound celery, cut into 3-inch pieces
1 (1-pound) jar Kalamata olives packed in vinegar brine and olive oil
1 (11.5-ounce) jar pickled peperoncini
1 (16-ounce) jar pickled hot cherry peppers
1 (10-ounce) jar pickled imported Spanish Queen olives stuffed with pimientos
1 (8-ounce) jar pickled Holland cocktail onions
20 fresh basil leaves
6 sprigs fresh thyme
6 sprigs fresh oregano
2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup olive oil
1 recipe White Cheddar Crackers, recipe follows
2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
3/4 cup cold butter
1/2 cup grated white cheddar cheese
5 to 6 tablespoons cold water

1
Blanch the green beans and carrots separately in a large pot of boiling salted water for 4 to 5 minutes.
2
Drain, and shock in ice water to cool.
3
Put all of the ingredients in a large glass bowl.
4
Toss to coat the vegetables evenly with the olive oil.
5
Refrigerate for 8 hours.
6
Serve in shallow glass dishes with the crackers.
7
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cayenne, salt, mustard, and butter.
8
Mix until mixture resembles a coarse crumb-like mixture.
9
Add the cheese and mix well.
10
Add the water a tablespoon at a time and let sit for 1 minute.
11
Either using a fork or your hands, carefully press the mixture together to form a soft ball.
12
Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
13
Remove the dough from the refrigerator and place it on a lightly floured surface.
14
Roll the dough out on the floured surface into a rectangle 16 by 12 inches in diameter and 1/8-inch thick.
15
Cut the dough into 3 by 1-inch strips.
16
Place on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake in a preheated 350 degree oven until golden brown and crispy, about 10 to 12 minutes.
17
Remove from the oven and cool completely.

1714

kcal

Calories

139

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound green beans, ends trimmed, 1 pound baby carrots, 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets, 1/2 pound celery, cut into 3-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Creole Relish Tray falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creole Relish Tray

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