baked feta covered in kale pesto

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baked feta covered in kale pesto
 
A little of this flavorful combo goes a long way, making it a true crowd-pleaser.
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Ingredients
  • 1 (8-ounce piece) Feta Cheese, drained and patted dry
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the baking dish
  • 1½ teaspoons dried Rosemary
  • 1 bunch kale, thick stems removed, leaves roughly chopped
  • ⅓ cup Unsalted Pine Nuts, toasted
  • 1 clove garlic, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 whole wheat or traditional baguette, sliced
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Place feta in a small oiled casserole dish with rosemary scattered on top. Bake until warm throughout, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, pulse kale, pine nuts and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped. With motor running, drizzle in oil and lemon juice to make a pesto. Spoon pesto around feta and bake 5 minutes more. Serve with baguette slices. Truly a simple, delicious, unique and healthy dish. Enjoy and bon appetit.