Middle Eastern-Inspired Cheese Board Recipe
A Middle Eastern-inspired appetizer board features marinated labneh balls, pita chips, and tahini sauce for a flavorful holiday spread.
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400 F.
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Combine Greek yogurt, salt, and 1/2 teaspoon za'atar.
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Scoop mixture into cheesecloth, knot tightly, and place in a mesh strainer over a bowl. Let sit at room temperature for 1 hour, drain liquid, then refrigerate 24-48 hours for desired firmness.
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Remove strained yogurt from cheesecloth and form 1-ounce balls. Place balls in a jar, cover with olive oil and 1 teaspoon za'atar, then refrigerate overnight.
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Slice each pita into 8 triangles.
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Combine olive oil and za'atar; brush onto both sides of pita triangles.
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Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.
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Whisk together sesame paste, water, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
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Pour tahini sauce and hummus into separate dishes for the board.
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Arrange pita chips, nuts, dried fruit, vegetables, pomegranate quarters, honey, marinated labneh balls, and any other cheese on the board.
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Provide napkins and small knives for serving.