Baked Feta Potatoes (Print Version)

Crispy potatoes and baked feta with lemon, herbs, and honey for a flavorful, comforting side or meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Vegetables and Aromatics

01 - 2 large russet potatoes
02 - 1 head garlic, top cut off
03 - 1 lemon, quartered
04 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly torn

→ Cheese

05 - 1 block feta cheese (7 ounces)

→ Pantry Staples

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon honey

→ Seasonings and Herbs

08 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1 teaspoon salt
11 - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes

# Instructions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 390°F (200°C) and allow to preheat.
02 - Rinse and cut potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Place potato cubes in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat and par-boil for 6 to 8 minutes until slightly tender. Drain thoroughly and let steam evaporate for 2 to 3 minutes.
03 - Transfer potatoes to a large baking dish. Add dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, red chili flakes, and olive oil. Toss until potatoes are evenly coated.
04 - Spread potatoes in an even layer. Place garlic head (cut side up) into the dish. Roast in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes until potatoes are golden brown and crisp-edged.
05 - Remove the dish from the oven. Nestle the block of feta cheese into the center of the tray, gently dipping one side into seasonings and flipping over. Squeeze half of the lemon over the potatoes and feta.
06 - Return the dish to the oven and bake for a further 15 minutes until the feta softens and turns lightly golden.
07 - Remove the garlic head from the baking dish. Once cool enough to handle, squeeze out the roasted cloves and mash them with the flat of a knife.
08 - Return mashed garlic and juice of remaining lemon wedges to the potatoes. Add torn basil leaves. Gently stir everything together, incorporating the baked feta throughout.
09 - Drizzle honey evenly over the finished dish. Toss with additional fresh basil if desired, then serve immediately.

# Notes:

01 - Steam drying the potatoes after draining eliminates excess moisture, ensuring maximum crispiness during roasting.
02 - For even distribution of flavor, gently toss the feta through the potatoes before serving.

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