FETA AND ROAST PEPPER DIP WITH CHILLIES (HTIPITI)

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From the Complete Book of Greek Cooking by Cutler & Salaman. This is a popular recipe in the city of Thessalonika. Goes well with Ouzo... Opa!

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 yellow or green bell pepper
1-2 fresh green chillies (jalapeño will do)
7 oz feta cheese, cubed
4 Tbsp olive oil
1 lemon - juice of
3-4 Tbsp milk
ground black pepper
chopped parsley for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Scorch all peppers/chillies by holding over open flame or under broiler until charred all over. Put in paper bag to sweat, then remove as much skin as possible when cool. Slit, discard seeds and stems.
  • 2. Put ingredients in food processor and blend well. Add a little more milk if too thick. Season with black pepper and garnish with parsley. Serve with toast, toasted pita bread or crudités.

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