Baked Feta with Honey, Thyme, and Smoky Chili Flakes
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This baked feta appetizer is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! The harmonious blend of sweet honey, savory feta, and smoky chili flakes creates an irresistible dish that's perfect for any occasion. Enjoy it with garlic-rubbed crostini for a delectable experience!
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ingredients
For the Baked Feta
- 1 (10 ounce) block feta cheese
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoky chili flakes
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
ingredients
For the Garlic-Rubbed Crostini
- 1/2 baguette
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 garlic clove, for rubbing on the baguette slices
Method
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Step 2
Place the feta cheese in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and honey, then sprinkle with smoky chili flakes and add thyme sprigs. Season with black pepper to taste.
Step 3
Bake the feta in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, until softened and slightly golden.
Step 4
While the feta bakes, slice the baguette into pieces. Brush with olive oil, season with salt and black pepper, and toast in a pan until crisp. Rub each crostini with a garlic clove.
Step 5
Once the feta is baked, drizzle with additional honey and serve with the garlic-rubbed crostini. Enjoy!