Baked Feta and Olives

 Baked Feta and Olives

Ingredients:

1 block of feta cheese (about 8 oz)
1 cup mixed olives (green, Kalamata, etc.)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Freshly cracked black pepper
Crusty bread or crackers (for serving)

Directions:

Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Assemble the dish: Place the block of feta in the center of a small baking dish. Scatter the mixed olives and cherry tomatoes around the feta.
Add flavor: Drizzle the olive oil over the feta, olives, and tomatoes. Sprinkle the minced garlic, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using) on top. Add freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the feta is soft and golden, and the tomatoes are blistered.
Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers for dipping.