Feta Red Onions Food

GRILLED PIZZA WITH GRILLED RED ONIONS AND FETA

Steps:

• Prepare a hot grill. Place the onions in a bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Place a perforated grill pan on the grill and let it get hot, then add the onions and cook, tossing in the pan or stirring with tongs, for about 3 to 5 minutes, just until they soften slightly and begin to char. Remove from the grill and return the onions to the bowl.
• Oil the hot grill rack with olive oil, either by brushing with a grill brush or by dipping a folded wad of paper towels in olive oil and using tongs to rub the rack with it. Place a round of dough on a lightly dusted baker's peel or rimless baking sheet. Slide the pizza dough from the peel or baking sheet onto the grill rack. If the dough has just come from the freezer and is easy to handle, you can just place it on the rack without bothering with the peel. Close the lid of the grill - the vents should be closed --- and set the timer for 2 minutes.
• Lift up the grill lid. The surface of the dough should display some big air bubbles. Using tongs, lift the dough to see if it is evenly browning on the bottom. Rotate the dough to assure even browning. Keep it on the grill, moving it around as necessary, until it is nicely browned, with grill marks. Watch closely so that it doesn't burn. When it is nicely browned on the bottom (it may be blackened in spots), use tongs or a spatula to slide the dough onto the baking sheet or peel, and remove from the grill. Cover the grill again.
• Make sure that there is still some flour on the peel or baking sheet and flip the dough over so that the uncooked side is now on the bottom. Brush the top lightly with oil, then top with a thin layer of tomato sauce (no more than 1/4¼ cup) and a layer of grilled sliced onions. Sprinkle with thyme and feta, and drizzle on a little more olive oil. Slide the pizza back onto the grill. If using a gas grill, reduce the heat to medium-high. Close the lid and cook for 2 to 3 more minutes, until the bottom is brown. Open the grill and check the pizza. The top should be hot and the bottom nicely browned. If the bottom is getting too dark but the pizza still needs a little more time, move it to a cooler part of the grill and close the top. Use a spatula or tongs to remove the pizza to a cutting board. Cut into wedges and serve. Repeat with the other two crusts.

FETA, RED ONION AND TOMATO SALSA

Steps:

• Combine the red onion, olive oil, oregano and parsley in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add the cucumbers, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Mix well. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Add the feta and toss just before serving. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper.

BAKED FETA CHEESE WITH ONIONS, RED PEPPER & TOMATOES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 220°C/425°F/Gas Mark 7
• You will need two individual serving dishes that can go into the oven.
• De-seed and cut the bell pepper length ways into 3 cm strips.
• Brush the pepper slices in a little oil and place on a preheated non stick baking tray and roast for about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven.
• Char the skin of the pepper slightly with a cooks blow torch if you think the skin isn't looking nice and roasted. Put the peppers to one side.
• Now, in a saucepan, melt the butter and the olive oil.
• Slice the onion thinly and finely chop the garlic. Add the onion and garlic to the saucepan. Over a low heat, cook until soft but not coloured.
• Cut the feta cheese into 2cm cubes.
• Using individual serving dishes, layer the onions, with the thinly sliced tomatoes and the roasted red pepper slices.
• Top with the cubed feta cheese. Finish by sprinkling with the grated parmesan cheese. Sprinkle a pinch of paprika on top of each dish.
• Cover with aluminium foil (trying not to touch the cheese) and bake in the oven for about 15 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the feta starts to get a nice colour.
• Take care not to cook too much as it looks better if the feta stays in cubes.
• Serve with nice fresh crusty bread.

FETA CHEESE, KALE & RED ONIONS

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
• Put in the kale and cook 2 minutes (it should be bright green), drain immediately, put under cold water.
• Coarsely chop the Kale.
• In the same pan heat the oil and cook the garlic and onions for about 4 minutes until the onions are clear and the garlic is golden.
• Add a tbsp of water as you are cooking them and it will steam the onions and keep them soft.
• Add kale, salt, pepper half of the feta cheese and the broth.
• Stir and heat through.
• Crumble the remaining feta cheese over the veggies just before serving.

FETA BURGERS WITH GRILLED RED ONIONS

Steps:

• Break up beef in large bowl.
• Sprinkle feta, oregano, salt, and pepper over (meat); toss.
• Divide into 8 portions; form each into 4 1/2-inch burgers, pressing in center to form slight indentation. *DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.
• Puree garlic in processor; With machine running, gradually add 1/2 cup oil; process 30 seconds. *DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.
• Spray grill rack with nonstick spray.
• Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
• Brush onion with 1 tablespoon oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• Place burgers and onions on grill. Cover; cook 5 minutes.
• Turn onions and burgers; cook until onions are charred in spots and burgers are medium-well, about 4 minutes longer.
• Transfer to plate. Brush cut sides of buns with garlic oil and place buns, cut side down, on grill; toast about 1 minute.
• Turn buns; cook until heated, about 1 minute.
• Place burgers on bun bottoms and top each with onion, tomato, and bun top.

TOMATO FETA SALAD

Steps:

• Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and place them in a large bowl. Dice the feta in 1/4-inch dice, crumbling it as little as possible. Add the feta to the tomatoes and then add the onion, vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, basil, and parsley. Toss carefully and salt, to taste, depending on the saltiness of the feta. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

FOCACCIA WITH ONIONS, ROSEMARY AND FETA CHEESE

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, whole wheat flour, yeast and salt.
• Stir in water, olive oil, honey and garlic.
• Stir in enough of remaining flour to make a soft dough.
• On a lightly floured surface, knead dough about 5 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
• Cover with plastic wrap and let rest about 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, heat 2 teaspoon oil in medium skillet over medium heat.
• Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally until soft.
• Set aside.
• Lightly spray a 11 by 7 baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
• Pat or roll dough to fit pan; Brush with remaining teaspoon of oil.
• Spread onions evenly over dough.
• Sprinkle with cheese and rosemary.
• Cover lightly with kitchen towel and let rise in warm place about 30 minutes or until doubled.
• Bake at 350F for 30 minutes or until puffy and lightly browned.

FETA AND RED ONION SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• Mix spinach, carrots, onion, almonds, feta, and craisons together in large bowl.
• Mix all dressing ingredients and toss with salad.
• Serve cold.

RED ONION, FETA & OLIVE TART

Steps:

• Heat oven to 425°F
• Heat the oil in a frying pan, then gently fry the onions for about 15 mins until golden and soft.
• Add the sugar and balsamic vinegar, then cook for a further 5 - 10 mins until the juices are reduced and syrupy. Leave to cool.
• Unroll the puff pastry onto a baking tray. Score a line a finger-width in from the edge all the way around, then cover the middle with the onion mix. Scatter the feta and olives over.
• Season and drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the topping.
• Bake for 15 mins or until the pastry is risen and golden and the base is crisp.
• Cut into wedges and serve with a green salad.

ORZO SALAD WITH TOMATOES, FETA, AND RED ONION

Steps:

• Whisk vinegar, lemon juice, and honey in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper.
• Bring broth to boil. Stir in orzo, reduce heat to medium, cover partially, and boil until tender but still firm to bite. Drain. Transfer to large wide bowl, tossing until cool.
• Mix cherry tomatoes, feta, basil, and red onions into orzo. Add vinaigrette; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
• Add pine nuts; toss. Serve at room temperature.