

Creamy whipped feta forms the base of this easy appetizer, topped with slow-roasted Red Gold Petite Diced Tomatoes and finished with fresh basil and balsamic glaze. Served with crisp crostini, it’s a simple yet impressive snack for entertaining or summer gatherings. @jesscooks @thefeedfeed
Ingredients
- 1can Red Gold Canned Petite Diced Tomatoes 14.5 oz, drained
- 1 tsp garlic paste or minced garlic
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for crostini
- 1 baguette, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces feta cheese
- Juice of ½ lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze, plus more for serving
- 2 tbsp torn fresh basil, plus more for garnish
Instructions
Step one
Preheat oven to 400°F. Add drained tomatoes, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and olive oil to a small baking dish and stir to combine. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until tomatoes are concentrated and fragrant.
Step two
Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp. Set aside.
Step three
Add cream cheese, feta, lemon juice, and honey to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth and fluffy.
Step four
Spread whipped feta mixture onto a serving platter or shallow bowl.
Step five
Spoon roasted tomatoes over whipped feta. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with basil.
Step six
Serve immediately with crostini alongside for dipping.