Baked Feta with Tomatoes and Olives

Ingredients

• 200 g feta cheese block
• 300 g cherry tomatoes
• 1/3 cup kalamata olives, pitted
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 loaf crusty bread, warmed
• 2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley(optional)
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   In a small baking dish, toss the cherry tomatoes, olives, garlic, olive oil, oregano, and red pepper flakes if using.

3. 3

   Nestle the block of feta in the center of the tomatoes and drizzle with a little more olive oil.

4. 4

   Bake for 25 minutes, until the tomatoes burst and the feta is soft and golden on top.

5. 5

   Stir everything together gently, scatter with fresh herbs, and serve immediately with warm bread for dipping.