Feta with Sumac and Black Sesame Seeds Recipe | Epicurious

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Feta with Sumac and Black Sesame SeedsTure Lillegraven

Set this up in advance and serve it at room temperature. The cheese will be soft enough to scoop with a cracker-and will taste better, too.

Recipe information

Yield
12 servings

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds feta, sliced 1/4" thick

1 tablespoon fresh oregano or marjoram leaves

1 1/2 teaspoons black sesame seeds

1 1/2 teaspoons ground sumac

Olive oil (for drizzling), Crackers (for serving)

Ingredient info:

Sumac, a tart, citrusy spice, is available at Middle Eastern markets or specialty foods stores.

Preparation

Step 1
Divide feta among small serving dishes.
Step 2
Top with oregano, sesame, and sumac. Drizzle with oil; serve with crackers.

TagsMediterranean Feta Cheese Dairy Sumac Herbs & Spices Starter Snack Dinner Nut Free Vegetarian Quick Easy No-Cook Bon Appétit

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