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Amorous Pesto (Greek Feta Dip)

Amorous Pesto (Greek Feta Dip) is built on Feta Cheese, Fresh Basil Or Fresh Cilantro, Pine Nuts, Saffron, and Lemon Juice. Keep it handy for the next time you cook it.

Illustrative photo

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cup
• 1 tsp
• 1/2 cup
• 1/2 tsp
• 1 tbsp
• 2 tbsp

Method (preview)

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   Remove the papery skin from the garlic bulb and bake it in the oven for 1 hour at 350 degrees.

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   Let cool and remove any residual skin.

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   If you use saffron, soak it in the lemon juice for at least 30 minutes.

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   Add olive oil or creme fraiche to get a smooth, creamy consistency.

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   Posted by philocrates on 5/25/02 sweetparadyce.com

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   NOTES: The dip mix based on olive oil is the original one.

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   Substituting olive oil by sour cream results in a dip mix with a softer taste and a smoother consistency.

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   If saffron is too dear, tumeric is an acceptable substitute.

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   Less expensive as well.

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    Contributed to the FareShare Gazette by Chupa 29 October 2003 www.fareshare.net

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