Mediterranean Baked Feta

INGREDIENTS

– 8 oz block feta cheese
– 1 cup pitted green olives halved
– ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
– 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– ½ teaspoon dried oregano
– ½ teaspoon dried thyme
– ½ teaspoon dried basil
– Pinch of red pepper flakes
– Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
– Pomegranate molasses (for drizzling)
– Chopped parsley (for garnish)
– Baguette, pita or cucumber slices (for serving)

Paired with Spicy Vines Pinot Noir

Servings: 8 people; 1 oz per person

Instructions

– Preheat oven to 350 degrees
– Place the block of feta cheese in a small baking dish.
– In a bowl, combine all other ingredients (except fresh parsley). Mix well.
– Pour the mixture over the feta, ensuring it’s coated and toppings are pushed to the sides
– Bake uncovered for 10-25 minutes, until feta is softened and bubbly.
– Optional: broil for 1-2 minutes to lightly brown the top, watching closely.
– Drizzle with pomegranate molasses and garnish with chopped parsley.
– Serve with crostini, pita or cucumber slices.

Notes: This recipe was lightly adapted from Sylvia Recipes to pair with Spicy’s Pinot Noir, by adding a drizzle of pomegranate molasses before serving.