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Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This comforting Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic recipe features crispy golden potatoes baked alongside creamy feta cheese and whole roasted garlic. Enhanced with fresh basil, lemon, and aromatic herbs, this dish combines savory, tangy, and sweet flavors for a deliciously hearty side or vegetarian main course. Simple to prepare and baked to perfection, it’s ideal for a flavorful weeknight meal or enhanced brunch.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1-2 large baking potatoes, washed and cubed
  • 1 head of garlic, top sliced off
  • 1 lemon, quartered
  • ¼ cup (20 g) fresh basil, chopped

Dairy

  • 7 oz (200 g) block of feta cheese

Oils and Sweeteners

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Herbs and Spices

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 390°F (200°C). Wash the potatoes thoroughly and cut them into cubes. Place the cubed potatoes evenly spread in a baking dish.
  2. Season Potatoes: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the potatoes. Sprinkle dried thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss the potatoes well to ensure they are evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
  3. Add Feta, Garlic, and Lemon: Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the baking dish. Press one side of the feta into the herbs and oil on the potatoes, then flip it over for extra flavor. Add the whole head of garlic and half of the lemon wedges into the dish. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over everything.
  4. Roast Until Golden: Roast the dish in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes until the potatoes are golden and crispy. Check the garlic after approximately 35 minutes and remove it if it begins to over-brown, then continue roasting until the dish is ready.
  5. Prepare Garlic Paste and Mix: Once the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the softened cloves from their skins into a bowl and mash into a paste using a knife. Add this garlic paste, juice from the remaining lemon wedges, and chopped basil to the baking dish. Gently mix the roasted potatoes and feta together to combine all the flavors.
  6. Finish and Serve: Drizzle honey over the top of the dish and sprinkle with extra fresh basil for color and added sweetness. Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful, hearty dish.

Notes

  • You can adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference, adding more herbs or spices as desired.
  • For a vegan version, substitute feta with a plant-based cheese alternative and replace honey with maple syrup.
  • Make sure to check the garlic during roasting to avoid burning; roasted garlic adds a mellow sweetness to the dish.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven.

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