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16 ounces crumbled feta cheese

2 cloves garlic, peeled

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1/2 organic sweet red, orange, or yellow pepper, chopped

1 vine-ripened tomato, diced

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/4 pound black Kalamata olives for garnish

Place feta cheese, garlic, and olive oil in the bowl of your food processor; blend until smooth and buttery. Add sweet pepper, tomato, and cayenne; pulse until just blended. Add more olive oil if too thick. Adjust seasoning to taste. Pour into a 4-cup-capacity serving dish; chill for several hours or overnight. Before serving, bring to room temperature. Garnish with Kalamata olives and sprinkle with olive oil.

Serve with organic veggies or toasted whole wheat pita chips to make for a superb start to any meal or to use as a great sandwich spread.

This refreshing concoction is found in Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Indian cuisines. It is a great accompaniment to a mezze platter and absolutely delicious served with lamb burgers or chicken za’atar. It is often paired with curries, as well.

Raita Serves 4

1 cup whole milk yogurt

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 English cucumber, finely diced

2 chopped spring onions, greens included

1/2 cup chopped fresh mint

1 teaspoon sea salt

Mix ingredients together in a small glass bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Can keep for up to 3 days.

Living in Europe for so long, I developed a love for a famous brand of herbed soft cheese. One day, unable to find this delight, I decided to create my own concoction using fresh herbs from the garden. This Herbed Soft Cheese Dip is so simple to put together and is comparable to any store-bought version. The creamy texture just melts in your mouth, and the zing from the garlic, coupled with fresh herbs, makes it come alive. Now I actually prefer my own version to the imported one. I think you will, as well. As always, experiment with this dip and find the herbs you most prefer to make it your own. You are going to be proud when you serve this and say that you created it in your kitchen!