Fresh Figs With Roasted Carrots And Feta Food

ROASTED FIGS AND FETA SPREAD TOASTS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400°F.
• Wash the figs and remove the tough stem. Cut them in half and place in a small baking dish.
• Toss the figs with the balsamic vinegar (or orange liqueur), the thyme and the lemon zest. Turn the figs so they are all cut-side-down on the baking dish. They should fit in a single layer.
• Roast the figs for about 20 minutes and remove them from the oven. They should still have some juices at this point. Let them cool.
• While the figs are roasting, prepare the Feta spread: place the Feta, Greek yogurt, vinegar, salt and pepper in a small food processor and process until fairly smooth.
• Add the extra virgin olive oil in a slow, steady stream while continuing to pulse (you may need more or less olive oil, depending on the consistency you desire). Taste and adjust the seasoning. Refrigerate or use right away.
• Assemble the toasts by slathering a layer of the Feta spread over the toasted bread, top with two or three fig halves (depending on the size of the toast), drizzle with the pan juices and some extra honey (to taste), and sprinkle with fresh thyme, lemon zest, and some sesame seeds (optional).

ROASTED CARROTS WITH FETA AND PARSLEY

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Toss carrots with oil on a rimmedbaking sheet, and season with salt and pepper. Roast untilcarrots are caramelized and tender, about 25 minutes.
• Transfer carrots to a bowl, and toss with feta and parsley.

ROASTED CARROTS WITH FETA

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
• Toss carrots with oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with coarse salt and pepper.
• Roast carrots until caramelized, golden, and tender, about 25 minutes.
• Transfer carrots to a bowl and toss with feta and parsley.