Description
Baked Feta Potatoes are a delightful side dish that combines the crispy goodness of roasted potatoes with creamy, melted feta cheese. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also elevates any meal with its rich flavor and appealing presentation. Perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests, these potatoes will become a family favorite in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb medium Yukon Gold or red potatoes
- 8 oz block of feta cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the potatoes, pat them dry, and cut into halves or quarters.
- In a large bowl, toss the potato pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the potatoes in a baking dish and nestle chunks of feta among them.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and fork-tender; the feta should be bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg