Monday, August 30, 2010

Regina's Baked Feta

We were blessed to know a dear family from Germany for two years while they lived here in the United States. Literally everything that Regina (pronounced Ray-gee-nah, with a hard "g" as in "go") cooked was delicious.  Feta cheese, when baked, becomes mild and slightly salty.  If you don't care for feta normally (cold and unbaked), give this a try anyway.  Everyone I've ever served it to loves it.

1 large block of uncrumbled feta cheese
        (This is available relatively cheap at Costco.  If you buy theirs, cut it in half both length- and width-wise. 
          You want it ½ inch thick or less. )

Lay the blocks of feta into a greased glass baking dish.  Top with:

fresh basil leaves
sliced onions (half-moon shaped)
sliced tomatoes

Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle liberally with SPG.  Bake until heated through and soft, about 20 minutes or so.  This is delicious served with baked rice, grilled sausages or London Broil, and a side of grilled veggies and/or salad.

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