Shred's Basil Walnut Cheese Spread

Submitted by chriswalnum

"A healthy party-pleaser! Serve with fresh veggies or pita bread."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Yields: 2 cups
• Serves: 10

ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup crumbled feta
• 3⁄4 cup toasted walnuts
• 1⁄2 cup 2% low-fat milk
• 10 -12 medium fresh basil leaves (torn)
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 minced garlic clove
• 1 dash cayenne pepper
• salt (to taste)

directions

1. Toast raw walnuts in a shallow pan over medium heat 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently. Then allow to chill (spread on a plate and place in freezer for a few minutes to speed the process).
2. Chop toasted walnuts in food processor.
3. Add all other ingredients and blend until semi-smooth.
4. Serve with pita triangles, chips or fresh veggies.