Description
Baked Feta Potatoes is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring crispy oven-baked potatoes and creamy baked feta cheese. Infused with aromatic herbs, garlic, and a hint of lemon and honey sweetness, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect as a side or a light main dish for two.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1-2 large baking potatoes, washed and cubed
Cheese & Dairy
- 1 (200g) block of feta cheese
Herbs & Spices
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Other Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 1 head of garlic, top cut off
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 390°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the potatoes and feta.
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash and cube the large baking potatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them evenly in a baking dish.
- Season Potatoes: Sprinkle the potatoes with dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss to coat the potatoes evenly with the herbs and oil.
- Add Feta and Aromatics: Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the baking dish, surrounded by the seasoned potatoes. Add the head of garlic with the top cut off and the lemon quarters around the dish. Drizzle a little more olive oil over everything.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes until the potatoes are golden and crispy on the outside and tender inside.
- Mash Garlic: Remove the garlic head from the dish, squeeze out the softened garlic cloves, and mash them into the potatoes to infuse them with rich roasted garlic flavor.
- Combine and Serve: Mash the baked feta cheese and mix it thoroughly into the potatoes and garlic. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors. Optionally drizzle with honey and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Choose baking potatoes that are starchy, like Russets, for a crispier texture.
- You can substitute dried herbs with fresh ones if available; add them at the end to preserve flavor.
- For extra savory depth, sprinkle additional seasonings like smoked paprika or chili flakes.
- If you prefer a tangier flavor, add more lemon juice before serving.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
