Labneh With Pink Peppercorns, Coriander, and Fennel Seeds

Labneh is a thick, luscious Middle Eastern cheese made from strained yogurt, and this is the perfect labeh recipe for entertaining. You can find it in some specialty food market and well-stocked grocery stores, but it's easy to make at home by straining regular whole-milk yogurt overnight. The result is a creamy spread with the texture of cream cheese, but with extra tang. You might have seen labneh cheese as an appetizer on menus alongside hummus. Serve this labeh recipe with pita chips or crudités, or spread it on toast. It’s the perfect make-ahead and hands-off appetizer to make for holiday parties. Top it off before serving with toasted and crushed pink peppercorns, coriander, and fennel seeds, plus a drizzle of olive oil for a divine treat. (And we won't tell if you give some store bought labneh the same treatment.)