Ww 4 Points Marinated Portabella Feta Salad Recipes

MARINATED FETA CHEESE SALAD

Steps:

• Remove the feta cheese from the pack and pat as dry as possible with kitchen towel. Press the flavors into it. Pack the cheese tightly into a jar and cover with olive oil. It will keep in the fridge for up to two months.
• Tips: Don't use bought dried herbs, instead make your own by drying leftover fresh herbs on a baking sheet. Leave them somewhere warm; e.g. on top of your boiler, washing machine, or oven and they will dry within a week. Or put them in the oven at 200 to 225 degrees for 1 hour.
• Uses: On a big plate, covered in fresh basil -- served with lots of other salads. As a cheese course, with crusty bread and fruit Don't throw away the oil -- use it in your dressing

MARINATED FETA RECIPE

Steps:

• Mix cheese, dressing, fennel, rosemary, pepper and lemon peel; cover.
• Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
• Spoon cheese mixture evenly onto crackers just before serving; top with the olives and tomatoes.

MARINATED FETA WITH HERBS AND PEPPERCORNS

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, stir together the olive oil, parsley, preserved lemon, chile, oregano and peppercorns.
• Cut the feta into 1/2-inch cubes and add them to the olive oil mixture. Gently fold together until feta is evenly coated. Transfer to a jar or lidded container and drizzle with more olive oil, if needed to immerse the feta. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
• Remove from refrigerator at least 30 minutes before serving to allow solidified olive oil to return to liquid form. Serve with crackers or crostini, or spoon on top of seared fish, grilled or roasted vegetables, pasta or salad.

WW MARINATED NEW POTATO SALAD - 4 PTS.

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a saucepan; cover with water, and bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat; simmer 13 minutes or just until tender; drain.
• Rinse under cold water; drain well.
• Place in a bowl; cover and chill 30 minutes.
• Add celery and next 3 ingredients; toss well.
• Combine vinegar and next 6 ingredients in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk.
• Pour over potato salad; toss gently.
• Cover and chill at least 1 hour.
• Toss gently before serving.

EASY MARINATED FETA

Steps:

• Place feta cheese in a glass jar. Add chile pepper, herbes de Provence, and lemon zest. Fill jar with olive oil so feta is completely covered and seal.
• Marinate in a cool place, but not in the refrigerator, for 3 to 4 days. Remove chile pepper before serving.

FETA-STUFFED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS

Steps:

• Remove and discard stems from mushrooms; with a spoon, scrape and remove gills. In a small bowl, combine oil and garlic; brush over mushrooms. Sprinkle with salt. In a small bowl, combine cheese and pesto., Place mushrooms on a piece of greased heavy-duty foil (about 12-in. square). Grill mushrooms, stem side up, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 8-10 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. Spoon cheese mixture over mushrooms; grill, covered, 2-3 minutes or until filling is heated through.

WW 4 POINTS MARINATED PORTABELLA FETA SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat broiler.
• In a food processor or blender, combine mustard, basil, shallots/onion, maple syrup, vinegar, oil and garlic.
• Place mushrooms in a baking pan, stem-side up, pour dressing over each. Broil until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from oven and slice.
• Place 2 cups baby greens on each plate. Top with 1 sliced mushroom and 1 oz. crumbled feta cheese.