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Baked Feta

Source of Recipe

From "Saveur: The New Classics"


Recipe Introduction

"Crumbly, salty feta takes on a whole new dimension when it's baked in the oven."

List of Ingredients

â—¦ ½ pound firm feta
â—¦ 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
â—¦ Crushed red chile flakes
â—¦ Crusty bread, for serving


Recipe

Heat oven to 400° F.

Cut feta into four slices about 3 x 4 and ½-inch thick.
Place each slice on a large piece of aluminum foil, drizzle with 1 teaspoon oil, and sprinkle with chile flakes. Wrap foil around cheese, closing it and folding it over to seal.

Place foil packets on a baking sheet and bake until cheese is slightly soft, about 10 minutes. Transfer to four plates, remove foil, and drizzle with remaining 2 teaspoons oil.
Serve with bread.

Serves 4



• Cook's Note:
Use tinned feta rather than the barrel-aged variety, which can be too soft and creamy for this dish.