Feta Spread

2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 fresh chili pepper, seeded and minced, or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1 1/2 cups crumbled soft feta cheese
2 roasted red bell peppers, peeled, cored, seeded and coarsely chopped

Heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add chili and cook for 1 minute. Stir in garlic and remove from heat. Let cool slightly.

Place the feta and the red peppers in a food processor and process until smooth. Add the chili-oil mixture and process until well combined. Scrape the spread into a bowl and serve.

Yield: One and a half cups.