My Family Manaeesh Arabic Islamic Cheese Spread for Bread

Delight your taste buds with *My Family Manaeesh Arabic Islamic Cheese Spread for Bread*, a creamy and flavorful blend of classic Middle Eastern ingredients. This quick and easy recipe combines tangy feta cheese, luscious cream cheese, and silky labneh, all brought together with a drizzle of rich olive oil and a sprinkle of aromatic dried thyme. Optional nigella seeds add a subtle nutty flavor, while a touch of salt and black pepper perfectly balance the spread. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile cheese spread is ideal for slathering on freshly baked manaeesh or pairing with warm pita bread. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or appetizers, this traditional recipe celebrates the rich culinary heritage of Arabic and Islamic cuisine, bringing a taste of the Middle East to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams Feta cheese
• 100 grams Cream cheese
• 100 grams Labneh (strained yogurt)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Nigella seeds (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, crumble the feta cheese into small pieces using a fork.

Step 2

Add the cream cheese and labneh to the bowl with the feta. Use the back of a spoon to mash and combine the cheeses into a smooth, spreadable consistency.

Step 3

Drizzle the olive oil over the cheese mixture and stir until well incorporated. The olive oil will give the spread a velvety texture.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the dried thyme, nigella seeds (if using), salt, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 5

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or a touch of olive oil for extra creaminess.

Step 6

Transfer the cheese spread to a serving dish or airtight container if storing for later. Drizzle a little olive oil on top for added flavor and moisture.

Step 7

Serve immediately with freshly baked manaeesh bread, pita bread, or flatbreads. Enjoy it as a breakfast, snack, or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(434.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1293.5

Total Fat 115.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 309mg	0%
Sodium 3827.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g	0%
Total Sugars 6.8g
Protein 43.1g	0%

Vitamin D 32IU	0%
Calcium 1214.2mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 461.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.7%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 6.0%