Baked Feta Cheese Appetizer ~ Easy

Baked Feta Cheese Appetizer

Simple and easy to make appetizer. First tasted this in the Greek Islands at a luxious hotel. Bake it in a simple serving dish for all to share. This is my new recipe for parties.

Ingredients

1/2 lb feta (preferably Greek), rinsed and drained
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

* Use any or all of the following topping.
1/4 teaspoon capers *optional
1/4 cup red onion, sliced *optional
1/4 cup red or green bell peppers, sliced *optional
1/4 cup roma tomatoe, sliced
10 Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives, pitted, rinsed, and sliced (1/4 cup)



Method

Preheat broiler.

1. Cut cheese into 1/2-inch-thick slices and divide evenly among 4 small flameproof baking dishes (or arrange in 1 layer in a large one). Sprinkle oregano and pepper over cheese.

2. Slice red peppers, red onions, tomatoes, olives then place on top of feta cheese. Drizzle topping with olive oil.

3. Broil on hi heat until edges of cheese are golden, about 5 minutes.

4. Serve warm with toasted pita wedges or crusty bread.