Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta (Print Version)
Warm roasted potatoes, creamy feta, and herby garlic make the perfect flavorful side dish.
# Ingredients:
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1-2 large baking potatoes, washed and cubed
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200 g block of feta cheese
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1 head of garlic, top sliced off
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1 lemon, quartered
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1 tablespoon honey
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20 g fresh basil, chopped
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Wash the potatoes thoroughly, cut them into cubes, and place them in a baking dish.
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Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the potatoes. Sprinkle with dried thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
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Place the block of feta in the center of the baking dish. Press one side of the feta into the seasonings on the potatoes for extra flavor, then flip it over. Add the garlic head and half the lemon wedges to the dish. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over everything.
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Roast in the oven for 45-55 minutes until the potatoes are crispy and golden. Monitor the garlic to avoid over-browning and remove it after about 35 minutes if necessary.
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Once the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the softened cloves out of their skins. Mash the roasted garlic into a paste and add it to the dish with juice from the remaining lemon wedges and chopped basil. Gently mix to combine the flavors.
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Drizzle the honey over the top and sprinkle with additional fresh basil for a final touch of flavor and color.
# Notes:
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Serve warm to enjoy the blend of crispy, creamy, and herby flavors.