Baked Feta Eggs
Baked Feta Eggs is a flavorful and simple dish that combines the creamy richness of feta cheese with the satisfying texture of eggs. Roasted cherry tomatoes and aromatic garlic enhance the overall flavor, creating a comforting meal perfect for any time of day. With just a few ingredients and minimal preparation, this dish is an easy yet impressive option for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner.
Equipment
- 1 Baking Dish (about 9x9 inches or similar)
- 1 Tablespoon Measuring Spoon
- 1 Teaspoon Measuring Spoon
- Knife (for mincing garlic and halving tomatoes)
- Oven preheated to 375°F (190°C)
- Spatula (for serving)
Ingredients
- 200 g Feta Cheese 1 block
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- Fresh Parsley chopped (optional garnish)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Red Pepper Flakes optional, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Lightly drizzle the olive oil in a baking dish (around 9x9 inches). Place the block of feta cheese in the center.
- Add Vegetables: Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes and minced garlic around the feta cheese.
- Season: Sprinkle the dried oregano, salt, and pepper over the tomatoes, garlic, and feta. If you like a bit of spice, add red pepper flakes.
- Bake the Feta: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, until the feta cheese softens and becomes golden and the tomatoes are blistered.
- Add Eggs: Remove the dish from the oven. Carefully crack the eggs over the baked feta and tomatoes.
- Finish Baking: Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 7-10 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your desired level (7 minutes for soft yolks, 10 minutes for firm yolks).
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately with crusty bread or a side salad.
Notes
- Cheese Alternatives: If you don't have feta cheese, try goat cheese or ricotta for a different flavor profile.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with warm, toasted bread for dipping into the creamy egg and feta mix.
- Vegetable Add-ins: Feel free to add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers before baking.
- Reheating: Leftovers can be reheated in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 10 minutes or in the microwave for about 30 seconds, though the eggs may firm up a bit.
- Make it Spicy: For extra heat, add fresh or dried chili flakes, or even a diced jalapeño when adding the tomatoes and garlic.