Whipped Feta with Cheesy Roasted Brussels

4/19/2024

Prep Time: 20 Min
Cook Time: 20 - 25 Min

Yields: 2 - 3 Servings

WHAT YOU NEED

FETA

GARNISH

Preheat oven to 400 F. Add the butter, and pepper flakes to a parchment lined baking sheet and throw it in the oven while it preheats. Once preheated, remove the tray with the bubbling butter and sprinkle over the pecorino, vegeta, and some cracked pepper, spreading it as best you can to form a cheesy layer. Nestle the brussels cut side down in to the cheesy butter until the tray is full. Sprinkle the mozz over the top and place in to the oven to bake for 20 - 25 minutes until brussels are tender and cheese is browned and melty. Season the tray with a pinch of salt but don't overdo it as the feta will be salty.

NOTE

The cheese ends up being rather browned and kind of crisp which I enjoyed. If you want that mozzarella a bit more gooey & melty, sprinkle it on half way through the cook time to keep it meltier!
In the meantime, zest your lemon and set the zest aside. Add your feta and the juice from the lemon to a food processor along with a couple Tbsp. EVOO to start. Turn on and as it processes, continue to pour in EVOO until the feta is creamy and emulsified. Small little lumps are ok! Taste and season with salt if desired / needed but feta is inherently salty, so be careful not to oversalt!
Spread the creamy feta on your serving dish of choice. Top with the cheesy roasted brussels followed by a drizzle of chili oil. Sprinkle the lemon zest over the dish along with some freshly chopped parsley and desired amount of grated pecorino. Swipe the cheesy brussels through the whipped feta and ENJOY!