Description
This Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic recipe features crispy golden potatoes combined with creamy baked feta, infused with aromatic herbs, tangy lemon, and sweet honey. A perfect savory side or light main dish that balances textures and flavors delightfully.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes & Vegetables
- 1-2 large baking potatoes, washed and cubed
- 1 head of garlic, top sliced off
- 1 lemon, quartered
- ¼ cup (20 g) fresh basil, chopped
Dairy
- 7 oz (200 g) block of feta cheese
Pantry Items & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 390°F (200°C). Wash the potatoes thoroughly and cut them into cubes. Spread the cubed potatoes evenly in a baking dish.
- Season the Potatoes: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the potatoes, then sprinkle dried thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything to coat the potatoes evenly with oil and seasonings.
- Add the Feta and Garlic: Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the baking dish. Press one side of the feta into the herbs and oil on the potatoes and then flip it over for more flavor. Add the whole head of garlic (with top sliced off) and half of the lemon wedges into the dish. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over all ingredients.
- Bake to Perfection: Roast the dish in the oven for 45-55 minutes, until potatoes are golden and crispy. At around 35 minutes, check the garlic; if it is browning too much, remove it and continue baking the rest until done.
- Mash and Mix: Once the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze out the softened cloves into a bowl and mash into a paste using a knife. Add the garlic paste, juice from the remaining lemon wedges, and chopped basil to the baking dish. Gently mix the roasted potatoes and baked feta together to combine all the flavors.
- Finishing Touch: Drizzle honey over the top of the dish and sprinkle with extra fresh basil for added sweetness and vibrant color. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful roasted potato and feta dish!
Notes
- Adjust baking time depending on the size of your potato cubes to ensure they roast evenly.
- You can substitute dried herbs with fresh herbs, but adjust quantities to prevent overpowering flavors.
- Be careful when handling roasted garlic as it becomes very soft and hot—allow it to cool before mashing.
- This dish pairs well with a green salad or grilled meats for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or a skillet to maintain crispiness.
