Phthois Honey Feta Griddle Bread Food

PHTHOIS - HONEY-FETA GRIDDLE BREAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, mash the cheese, honey and salt together until well combined.
• Add the flour and mix until a dough forms.
• Turn the dough out onto a work surface and knead briefly.
• Cover with plastic wrap and allow to rest at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
• Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.
• Lightly flour a work surface and roll each piece into a very thin circle about 3 inches in diameter.
• Lightly oil a nonstick griddle and heat over medium-low heat.
• Grill each circle until golden or about 1 minute per side.
• Oil the griddle after each use.
• Serve warm topped with a dash of honey.

HONEY AND FETA SPREAD

Steps:

• Place the block of feta cheese in the center of a large dinner plate. Drizzle honey over the top. Sprinkle with cracked black pepper. Serve with crackers.

HONEY BREAD

Steps:

• Put water in a small bowl and sprinkle the yeast over it; let stand 2-3 minutes and stir to dissolve.
• Combine the egg, honey, coriander, cinnamon, cloves and salt in a large bowl and mix well with a whisk or spoon.
• Add the yeast, milk and 4 tablespoons of the melted butter and beat until well blended.
• Stir in the flour gradually, adding only enough to form a soft dough that can be gathered into a soft ball.
• Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface; if the dough is sticky, lightly butter your hands rather than add more flour.
• Knead until smooth and elastic, then shape the dough into a ball and place in a large, lightly buttered bowl, cover with a towel or non-stick foil and place in a warm spot until the dough has doubled in size (if you poke it with your finger, it should not"bounce back").
• Spread the remaining melted butter on the sides and bottom of a 3-quart round baking dish at least 3" deep.
• Punch down the dough and knead it for 2-3 minutes.
• Shape the dough into a round and place in the dish, pressing the dough down so it covers the bottom of the container.
• Return the dough to the warm spot and let it rise until it reaches the top of the pan.
• Preheat the oven to 350º.
• Bake the bread in the middle of the oven 50-60 minutes, or until the top is crusty and golden brown.
• Turn out of the pan and cool on a rack.

GRIDDLED FLATBREADS

Steps:

• Tip the flours into a food processor. Add the yeast, sugar and 1tsp salt, then mix well. Pour in 350ml warm water and the oil, then process to a soft dough. Mix for 1 min, then leave until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
• Pulse the dough a couple of times just to knock out the air, then tip onto a floured surface. Cut the dough in half and roll out one half to a rectangle about 20 x 40cm. Trim the edges using a large sharp knife, then cut into eight 10cm squares. Line a large tray or two baking sheets with non-stick paper and arrange the bread rectangles over the tray in one layer. Repeat with the other half of the dough. Leave in a warm place for about 30 mins until the dough is just starting to rise.
• Place bread directly onto the BBQ racks and cook for a couple of mins until they puff up, then flip over and cook on the other side. Tip into a basket and serve with the dips.

FETA CHEESE BREAD

Steps:

• Put the warm water in a medium bowl, sprinkle the yeast over the water and stir. When it starts to bubble, add the flour and start to stir with a wooden spoon (or by hand). Add the olive oil slowly until the dough is pliable and smooth. Work in the feta cheese, kneading until evenly distributed throughout the dough. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
• Place the dough on a lightly oiled cookie sheet and flatten with the palms of the hand. The dough shouldn't be any higher than about 1 1/4 inches. Score the top lightly in squares or diamond shapes. Cover with a towel and allow the dough to rise for one hour.
• Preheat the oven to 340F (170C).
• Bake for approximately 30-40 minutes. It should be done on the bottom and nicely browned on top.

BAKED FETA WITH SESAME & HONEY

Steps:

• Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the sesame seeds in a shallow dish and brush the block of feta all over with the honey. Carefully press the honey-coated feta into the sesame seeds, turning so that it's well crusted with seeds.
• Put the feta in a baking dish (it should fit snugly), then sprinkle over the oregano and a pinch of sea salt. Drizzle with some olive oil. Bake for 15-20 mins until the feta is soft, then drizzle with a little extra honey and serve with the pitta breads on the side.

FAST FETA SPREAD

Steps:

• Combine the feta cheese and cream cheese in the container of a food processor or blender. Process until well blended. Remove to a serving dish and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with a sprig of basil, and serve.

BAKED FETA WITH CHILLI & OREGANO

Steps:

• Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Sit the feta on a sheet of foil. Scatter over the chilli and oregano, then drizzle with olive oil. Scrunch up the foil to seal the feta in a parcel, then place on a baking tray and bake for 10 mins until warmed and softened.