Description
Discover the magic of Mediterranean baked feta with olives and sun-dried tomatoes, a dish that combines creamy feta, savory olives, and the intense sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes. Baked to perfection with fragrant herbs, it’s a culinary escape to the Mediterranean in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 8-ounce block of feta cheese
- 1 cup pitted olives, drained
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Seasoning:
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Kosher salt to taste
- Fresh cracked black pepper to taste
Garnish and Serving:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Sliced French bread or crostini
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Feta:
- Place the block of feta cheese in an oven-safe dish.
3. Add Toppings:
- Scatter pitted olives and sun-dried tomatoes around the feta.
- Drizzle olive oil over the feta and toppings.
- Add thinly sliced garlic on top and around the dish.
4. Season the Dish:
- Sprinkle dried oregano, thyme, and rosemary over the ingredients.
- Add kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.
5. Bake to Perfection:
- Place the dish in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the feta is creamy and slightly golden at the edges.
6. Garnish and Serve:
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve warm with slices of French bread or crostini for dipping.
Notes
- Customize the Toppings: Add capers or cherry tomatoes for a more complex flavor profile.
- Bread Alternatives: Serve with pita bread or crackers for a different texture.
- Reheating: To reheat, place the dish back in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean