Description
Baked Feta Potatoes is a simple and flavorful dish combining tender Yukon Gold potato wedges with creamy, tangy feta cheese, roasted to golden perfection with garlic, herbs, and olive oil. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a comforting side or a light meal, offering a delightful balance of savory and aromatic flavors baked right in your oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, washed and cut into wedges
Cheese
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
Seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as oregano, thyme, or rosemary)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for roasting the potatoes evenly.
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash the Yukon Gold potatoes thoroughly and cut them into even wedges to promote uniform cooking.
- Season Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the potato wedges with olive oil, minced garlic, your choice of dried herbs, salt, and pepper until all pieces are well coated.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned potato wedges on a baking sheet in a single layer to allow for proper roasting without steaming.
- Add Feta Cheese: Evenly sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top of the potatoes, which will melt slightly and add a creamy, tangy flavor during baking.
- Bake Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 40-45 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown, crispy on the edges, and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving to let the flavors settle and to avoid burns.
Notes
- You can substitute other herbs like fresh rosemary or basil for dried herbs if desired.
- For extra crispness, you may turn the potatoes halfway through baking.
- This recipe works well with other types of potatoes, but Yukon Gold provides a creamy texture and buttery flavor.
- Serve as a side dish for grilled meats or as a vegetarian main with a fresh salad.
- Use reduced-fat feta cheese to lower the fat content if preferred.
