If you're entertaining, these simple and delicious spreads might be just what you're looking for. Serve these wine-friendly spreads individually or as a colorful duo with a basket of flatbread crackers, crostini or pita crisps. Pair with California Sparkling Wine or California Sparkling Rosé.
Ingredients
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Feta
- 1 large roasted red bell pepper, skinned and seeded
- 6 ounces (scant 1 cup/180 g) feta
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Hot red pepper and sea salt to taste
Spinach, Cilantro and Tahini Spread
- 1 cup (1.5 oz/45 g) packed baby spinach leaves (no stems)
- ½ cup (65 g) frozen peas (no need to thaw)
- 1 green onion, white and pale green part only, sliced
- 6 to 8 sprigs cilantro, no thick stems
- 1 small garlic clove, sliced
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) tahini
- Sea salt
- Lemon juice, as needed
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Directions
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Feta
In a food processor, puree all ingredients until fully blended. The mixture will be soft. Chill slightly to firm it.
Spinach, Cilantro and Tahini Spread
Put the spinach, peas, green onion, cilantro and garlic in a food processor and process until finely chopped. Add the tahini and a large pinch of salt and blend until smooth. Taste for salt and add a few drops of lemon juice if needed to brighten the flavor.
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