A delicious feta cheese appetizer that is baked and topped with a mixture of tomatoes, garlic, shallots, capers, herbs and spices. Add some pita chips or crostini and you have a great party appetizer!You can watch this Feta Appetizer being made on a 30 minute Pin TV episode.
Preheat the broiler and set the oven rack to the top position. Set the feta at room temp while the oven preheats.
Place the feta block in a small oven proof baking dish. Set aside.
8 oz block feta cheese
In a skillet over medium heat add the extra virgin olive oil. Add the garlic and shallots and soften for about 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, salt, pepper, and sugar and sauté an additional 2 minutes.
2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoon shallot, 10 oz cherry tomatoes, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon sugar
Remove from the heat and stir in the capers, basil and oregano.
Broil for approx 8-10 minutes until the feta is beginning to brown on top. Keep a close eye on the feta at this point... broilers can vary widely and your appetizer may be ready closer to 8 minutes.
Serve the feta and tomatoes warm with pita chips, crostini, or warm crusty bread.
Notes
FETA CHEESE: make sure you purchase a block of feta either in a package or in brine. You do not want feta crumbles for this recipe.