30 minutes
A warm, sweet, and savory baked feta cheese dish with honey, perfect for serving with toasted pita bread.
Feta Cheese, block
0 oz
Honey, warmed
tablespoons
Fresh Thyme, optional
sprigs
Black Pepper, cracked
to taste
Pita Bread, toasted
pieces
1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Feta
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Pat the feta cheese dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and place it in an oven-to-table dish or an ovenproof sauté pan. Optionally, add a sprig of fresh thyme on top.
2. Bake the Feta
Bake the feta in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes, until it's warmed through but not melted.
3. Add Honey and Broil
Switch the oven to broil. Brush the warmed honey over the feta and broil until the feta turns golden brown with the edges starting to bubble, which takes a few minutes.
4. Serve
Remove the feta from the oven, crack some black pepper over the top, and serve immediately with toasted pita wedges.
Opt for a block of Greek feta in brine. It has a rich, tangy flavor and creamy texture that works beautifully when baked. Avoid pre-crumbled feta as it tends to be drier and can have a less pronounced flavor.
After baking and just before serving, give the feta one final drizzle of honey. This fresh layer of sweetness contrasts the warm, salty cheese and provides a beautiful glossy finish.
Choose a high-quality, floral honey. A robust variety like wildflower or orange blossom honey can add depth and complexity, complementing the feta's tanginess beautifully.
Serve hot, directly from the oven, with crusty bread or warm pita for dipping. Accompany with a simple side of sliced, ripe fruit such as figs or grapes, which pairs well with the honeyed cheese.
Before baking, let the feta sit at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes. This helps it bake more evenly and allows the flavors to meld more fully.
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