Baked Feta with Spicy Tomato Beans
Description
This Baked Feta with Spicy Tomato Beans is a Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian delight, combining roasted tomatoes, garlic, chili flakes, oregano, and creamy feta cheese. The tender cannellini beans soak up the rich tomato sauce, creating a dish that's perfect for summer dinners or casual lunches, served with fresh crusty bread for an irresistible, flavorful experience.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 400 g tomatoes halved
- 3 cloves garlic left whole
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp oregano dried
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tin cannellini beans drained
- 60 ml white wine
- 1 block feta cheese halved
- 2 tbsp parsley finely chopped
- fresh bread to serve
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C fan. Place the halved tomatoes and whole garlic cloves in a roasting pan.
- Add chili flakes, oregano, and olive oil to the pan. Toss gently to coat.
- Roast the tomatoes and garlic for 15 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
- Remove the pan from the oven and add the drained cannellini beans and white wine. Stir gently to combine.
- Place the halved feta blocks on top of the tomato and bean mixture.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes until the feta begins to turn golden and softens.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with finely chopped parsley and an extra drizzle of olive oil.
- Serve immediately with slices of fresh crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Notes
- Use the ripest tomatoes available for maximum flavor.
- Do not overbake the feta to keep it creamy.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce for best results.