Ingredients:

  • 1 block (7 oz / 200g) Feta cheese
  • 2 cups (300g) Cherry tomatoes
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) Extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves (20g) Garlic, peeled and smashed
  • 1 tsp (2g) Dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp (1g) Red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) Coarse sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) Cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp (8g) Fresh basil leaves, torn

Instructions:

  1. Place the block of feta directly in the center of a 9x9 inch baking dish.
  2. Scatter the cherry tomatoes and smashed garlic cloves around the feta in a single layer.
  3. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the cheese and tomatoes.
  4. Sprinkle the oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper over the entire tray.
  5. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and roast the dish on the center rack for 20–25 minutes until tomatoes are blistered and feta has golden-brown edges.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool for 2 minutes.
  7. Stir in the fresh lemon juice.
  8. Using a fork or masher, gently crush the roasted tomatoes and stir them into the softened feta until a creamy texture is achieved.
  9. Finish by stirring in the torn fresh basil leaves.