Name: Warm Baked Feta with Roasted Grapes, Hot Honey & Rosemary
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: Main Stars:; 1 (7-8 oz) block feta cheese, preferably in brine; 2 cups red grapes, washed and dried; Flavor Enhancers:; 3-4 sprigs fresh rosemary; 2-3 cloves garlic, smashed or thinly sliced; Sweet & Savory Drizzle:; 3-4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2-3 tbsp hot honey (or regular honey + pinch of red pepper flakes); Pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste; Finishing Touches:; 2 tbsp pine nuts, lightly toasted; Crusty bread or crackers, for serving

Description

Experience the magic of warm baked feta with roasted grapes, hot honey, rosemary, and toasted pine nuts. A delightful Mediterranean appetizer.

Ingredients

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Main Stars:
1 (7-8 oz) block feta cheese, preferably in brine
2 cups red grapes, washed and dried
Flavor Enhancers:
3–4 sprigs fresh rosemary
2–3 cloves garlic, smashed or thinly sliced
Sweet & Savory Drizzle:
3–4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2–3 tbsp hot honey (or regular honey + pinch of red pepper flakes)
Pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Finishing Touches:
2 tbsp pine nuts, lightly toasted
Crusty bread or crackers, for serving

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Instructions

Prep Your Dish & Gather Your Stars:: First things first, get your oven preheating to 400°F (200°C). Grab a small baking dish, something that will comfortably fit your block of feta and grapes without too much empty space. I usually use a small ceramic gratin dish; it just feels right, you know? While the oven warms, gently rinse your grapes and pat them dry. This is where I always forget to pat them dry, and then they steam instead of roast properly, so don’t be like me!
Arrange the Goodness:: Place your block of feta right in the center of your baking dish. Now, scatter those beautiful red grapes all around the feta. Don’t be shy; pile them up! Next, tuck in your smashed garlic cloves and sprigs of fresh rosemary amongst the grapes. This is where the magic starts to happen, as these aromatics will infuse everything. I sometimes add a bit more rosemary than I think I need, and it always pays off.
Drizzle, Drizzle, Roast!:: Generously drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the feta, grapes, garlic, and rosemary. Make sure everything gets a good coating. Then, a good pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Pop the dish into your preheated oven and let it roast for about 20-25 minutes. You’ll start to smell the most incredible aroma – the sweet grapes, the earthy rosemary, the savory feta. Oh, it’s just heavenly!
The Hot Honey Moment:: After 20-25 minutes, the feta should be softened and warm, and the grapes should be bursting and slightly caramelized. Take the dish out of the oven. Now for the fun part: drizzle that glorious hot honey all over the Baked Feta with Roasted Grapes Hot Honey Rosemary. Be generous! The sweet heat is what makes this dish truly special. I once went a bit light on the honey, and honestly, it just wasn’t the same.
Toasted Pine Nut Perfection:: While your feta and grapes are roasting, quickly toast your pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat. Keep a close eye on them because they go from perfectly golden to burnt in about 0.2 seconds, trust me on this one! Once they’re fragrant and lightly golden, remove them from the heat. These little gems add such a lovely crunch and nutty flavor to the finished Baked Feta with Roasted Grapes Hot Honey Rosemary.
Serve It Up, Friend!:: Sprinkle those toasted pine nuts over your beautifully Baked Feta with Roasted Grapes Hot Honey Rosemary. Serve it immediately with plenty of crusty bread or crackers for scooping. The cheese will be warm and gooey, the grapes sweet and soft, and that hot honey just pulls it all together. It’s a dish that looks impressive but is secretly so simple. Enjoy every single bite; it’s truly a delight!