Description
This Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic recipe combines crispy golden potatoes with creamy, tangy baked feta and rich roasted garlic. Enhanced with fragrant herbs and a touch of honey, this comforting dish is perfect for a flavorful side or even a light main course.
Ingredients
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Potatoes and Seasonings
- 1-2 large baking potatoes, washed and cubed
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Dairy and Oil
- 7 oz (200 g) block of feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Additional Flavorings
- 1 head of garlic, top sliced off
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup (20 g) fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 390°F (200°C). Wash the potatoes thoroughly, cut them into cubes, and place them in a baking dish.
- Season the Potatoes: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the potatoes. Sprinkle with dried thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Add the Feta and Garlic: Place the block of feta in the center of the baking dish. For extra flavor, press one side of the feta into the seasonings on the potatoes before flipping it over. Add the garlic head and half the lemon wedges to the dish. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over everything.
- Bake to Perfection: Roast in the oven for 45-55 minutes until the potatoes are crispy and golden. Keep an eye on the garlic—if it starts to brown too much, remove it after about 35 minutes.
- Mash and Mix: Once the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the softened cloves out of their skins. Use a knife to mash the roasted garlic into a paste. Add the garlic paste, juice from the remaining lemon wedges, and chopped basil to the baking dish. Gently mix the roasted potatoes and feta to combine the flavors.
- Finishing Touch: Drizzle the honey over the top and sprinkle with additional fresh basil for a pop of color and sweetness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm as a hearty side or a light meal, enjoying the blend of crispy potatoes, creamy feta, and aromatic garlic.
Notes
- For crispier roasted potatoes with baked feta and garlic, soak potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before cubing.
- Variation: Add cherry tomatoes halfway through baking for a juicy, colorful twist that complements the creamy feta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
