Fetta Cheese in Herb Oil Recipe

Name: Fetta Cheese in Herb Oil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g feta cheese; 1 ½ cups milk; 1 ½ cups water; 3 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 sprigs rosemary; 4 bay leaves; 3 small fresh red chilies; 1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds; 2 teaspoons fennel seeds; 2 teaspoons dried juniper berries; 1 teaspoon lemon rind, grated; 2 cups olive oil (approx)

Servings: persons

500 g feta cheese
1 ½ cups milk
1 ½ cups water
3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs rosemary
4 bay leaves
3 small fresh red chilies
1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
2 teaspoons dried juniper berries
1 teaspoon lemon rind, grated
2 cups olive oil (approx)

1
Cut the cheese into 3cm slices and place cheese in a large bowl.
2
Pour over the milk and water, cover and refrigerate overnight.
3
Drain cheese and discard the milk mixture.
4
Place the cheese, herbs, chillies, seeds, berries and rind in a large jar and cover with the olive oil, leaving a 1cm space between the oil and top of the jar.
5
Seal jar.
6
This is best made a day ahead of serving and will keep for 1 week in a cool dark place, although I would prefer the fridge I think!

1629

kcal

Calories

164

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g feta cheese, 1 ½ cups milk, 1 ½ cups water, 3 sprigs fresh thyme, and more.

Yes, Fetta Cheese in Herb Oil 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.

Fetta Cheese in Herb Oil

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