Baked Feta & Tomatoes: Simple & Delicious!

Ingredients

• 200 g Feta Cheese (block, cow's milk feta (sheep's milk feta can be used for extra creaminess))
• 250 g Grape Tomatoes (halved; can use cherry tomatoes if preferred)
• 3 tbsp Olive Oil (extra virgin recommended)
• 0.5 tsp Salt (kosher or sea salt)
• 0.25 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.5 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp Dried Oregano (Greek oregano if available)
• 1 tbsp Capers (drained; adds briny tang)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat while you prepare the ingredients.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

2. Arrange Tomatoes and Feta

   Halve the grape tomatoes and spread them in a single layer in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and capers. Place the block of feta in the center of the dish.

   Time: PT10M

3. Bake

   Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20 minutes, until the tomatoes are softened and slightly wrinkled and the feta is beginning to melt.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 400°F

4. Broil for Color

   Turn the broiler on, move the dish to the top rack, and broil for 2–3 minutes until the top of the feta turns a golden‑brown color.

   Time: PT3M

5. Serve

   Remove the dish from the oven, let it rest for 2 minutes, then serve warm with crusty bread, pita, or as a sauce over pasta.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

10 g

Carbohydrates

6 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

2 g