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Crispy Feta Pockets

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Appetizer

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling and brushing)
  • 1 5.3- to 7-oz. block feta
  • 2 13″-by-9″ or 1 (17″-by-12″) frozen phyllo sheets, thawed
  • 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/4 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
  • 2 tsp. toasted white sesame seeds
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp. honey
  • Toasted pita or pita chips (for serving)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and drizzle oil on a small baking sheet.
  2. Dry out the feta using towels and a heavy object.
  3. Lay phyllo sheets on a work surface and sprinkle with thyme and lemon zest.
  4. Wrap the feta in the phyllo, brush with oil, and sear in a skillet until golden.
  5. Bake until creamy and warm.
  6. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, and thyme. Drizzle with honey and serve with pita chips. Enjoy!