Description
This Mediterranean Baked Feta Eggs recipe is a delightful and savory breakfast or brunch option that combines creamy feta cheese, juicy cherry tomatoes, and perfectly baked eggs infused with the aromatic flavors of oregano and fresh basil.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese and Eggs
- 1 block of feta cheese (200g)
- 4 large eggs
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Fresh basil for garnish
Oils and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the feta and eggs evenly.
- Place feta in baking dish: Put the block of feta cheese in the center of a baking dish, creating a base for your baked eggs and tomatoes.
- Add cherry tomatoes: Arrange the cherry tomatoes around the feta, spreading them evenly to roast alongside the cheese and eggs.
- Drizzle olive oil: Pour olive oil over the feta and surrounding tomatoes, enhancing the flavors and helping everything bake to a golden finish.
- Season: Sprinkle dried oregano, salt, and pepper over the feta and tomatoes for a fragrant and well-seasoned dish.
- Create wells and crack eggs: Carefully make four small wells around and on top of the feta and tomato mixture, then crack one egg into each well.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and yolks reach your preferred doneness.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving immediately for the best flavor and presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute cherry tomatoes with grape tomatoes or sliced regular tomatoes if preferred.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes before baking.
- Adjust baking time slightly depending on how runny or firm you like your egg yolks.
- Serve with crusty bread or pita for a complete meal.
- Feta can be substituted with goat cheese for a milder flavor, though it may alter texture.
