Over the past few weeks, temperatures in DC have been climbing over 90 degrees, and opening the back door feels like walking into a full-on steam room. Even the thought of heating up the kitchen is unbearable so I�ve been making lots of salads and appetizers for dinner. My poor husband may starve but that�s another story ;). This is one of my new favorites: burst cherry tomatoes, capers, and a flash under the broiler transform an ordinary block of feta into a surprisingly addictive and flavorful spread. It�s meant to serve four as a starter, but with a crusty baguette and a bottle of chilled ros�, I think it�s the perfect summer supper for two.
Begin by saut�ing the garlic in olive oil until golden.
Add the tomatoes and cook until they start to burst.
Stir in the capers.
Place the block of feta in a small baking dish and scatter the tomatoes around the cheese.
Broil until the feta is softened and browned on top, about 4 minutes. Serve with a crusty baguette or pita bread and enjoy!
Broiled Feta with Garlicky Cherry Tomatoes & Capers
By Jennifer Segal
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Total Time: 20 Minutes
Ingredients
1 (8 ounce) block feta cheese
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
10.5 ounces cherry tomatoes, preferably different colors, halved
Scant 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Pinch sugar
1-1/2 tablespoons tablespoons capers, drained
Instructions
Preheat the broiler and set the oven rack in the top position. Place the feta in a small (1.5-quart) baking dish and set aside.
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