Blog #1 | Beetroot Crostini with Soft Feta or Hummus

Beetroot Crostini with Soft Feta or Hummus 

Paired with Moroccan Lentil Soup + Hot Shots Winter Rum Cocktail.

 

A vibrant appetiser meets a warm, spice‑rich soup — finished with a cosy winter cocktail. This is a perfect cold‑weather pairing: colourful, comforting, and effortless. 

Ingredients 

Beetroot Crostini 

  • 1 tbsp Social Eats Beetroot Dip Mix (our sister brand)
  • 1 cup base of your choice:
  • Soft feta
  • Sour cream
  • Greek yoghurt
  • Hummus Or any combination
  • 1 baguette or sourdough loaf, thinly sliced
  • Olive oil for brushing 

Moroccan Lentil Soup 

  • 1 packet Lolli’s Moroccan Lentil Soup Mix
  • Ingredients list from back of packet 

Winter Cocktail: Hot Shots Rum + Cloudy Apple 

  • 45 ml Hot Shots Rum Liqueur (our sister brand)
  • 120–150 ml cloudy apple juice 

Optional: warm gently for a mulled‑style drink 

Method 

1. Make the Beetroot Dip 

Combine 1 tablespoon of Beetroot Dip Mix with 1 cup of your chosen base. Soft feta = rich, sour cream = tangy, yoghurt = fresh, hummus = earthy. Stir until smooth and refrigerate for 10 minutes to thicken. 

2. Toast the Crostini 

Brush bread slices with olive oil and bake at 180°C until crisp and golden. 

3. Assemble 

Spread each crostini with Beetroot Dip. Top with a spoon of soft feta or an extra dollop of hummus. 

4. Simmer the Moroccan Lentil Soup 

Cook according to pack directions at least 2 hours before serving…the longer the better. 

5. Make the Winter Cocktail 

In a heat‑safe mug or glass:

  • Add Hot Shots Rum Liqueur > Find here
  • Pour in cloudy apple Juice
  • Warm gently on the stovetop or microwave until cosy (not boiling). It becomes a smooth, spiced winter drink with rum warmth and apple sweetness. 

6. Serve Together 

Plate the crostini beside a warm bowl of Moroccan Lentil Soup and finish with the Hot Shots winter cocktail. A full winter trio: colour, comfort, and a warm rum finish. 

Why This Winter Pairing Works 

    • Beetroot + feta/hummus gives richness and colour.
    • Moroccan Lentil Soup adds warmth and spice.
    • Hot Shots Rum + cloudy apple creates a cosy, mulled‑style winter drink.
    • Together, they form a complete cold‑weather meal that feels premium but simple. 
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