Tomatoeswithfetacheese Recipes

FETA CHEESE-STUFFED TOMATOES

Steps:

• Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out and discard pulp. Invert tomatoes onto paper towels to drain., In a small mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, feta cheese, sour cream, onion, lemon juice and oregano until blended. Place mixture in a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of bag. Pipe mixture into tomatoes. If desired, sprinkle with black pepper. Chill until serving.

BAKED FETA CHEESE WITH TOMATOES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
• Toss the tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and oregano until combined.
• Place the feta in the center of a small, rimmed casserole dish.
• Cover with tomato mixture.
• Bake for 20 minutes then remove from the oven.
• Sprinkle with parsley and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes.
• Serve with slices of pita or naan.

TOMATOES WITH FETA CHEESE

Steps:

• Arrange tomato slices on a serving plate. Sprinkle with feta cheese. Drizzle with vinegar; sprinkle with basil and pepper.

TOMATOES WITH FETA CHEESE

Steps:

• Remove stem ends from tomatoes. Cut tomatoes crosswise in half. Arrange cut sides up in circle in microwavable pie plate, 10x1 1/2 inches, or microwavable dinner plate.
• Sprinkle salt and pepper over tomatoes. Cover with waxed paper and microwave on High 2 minutes; rotate pie plate 1/2 turn.
• Mix remaining ingredients; sprinkle over tomatoes. Re-cover and microwave about 2 minutes or until tomatoes are hot and cheese is melted.

TOMATOES WITH FETA CHEESE

Steps:

• Arrange tomato slices on a serving plate.
• Sprinkle with feta cheese and drizzle with vinegar; sprinkle with basil and pepper.
• Tip: for a change of pace, try crumbled blue cheese or shredded mozzarella instead of feta.

BAKED CHERRY TOMATOES AND FETA

Steps:

• Steep garlic in olive oil at least 1/2 hour. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Wash and stem tomatoes and cut them in half (put unwrapped bread into the oven). Put tomatoes in a shallow baking dish, pour olive oil and garlic over and toss lightly. Bake 10 minutes; sprinkle over chunks of cheese (cut into 1/2 inch pieces) and slivered basil. Stir gently. Serve with bread to mop up juices.

ROAST CHERRY TOMATOES AND FETA

Steps:

• Preheat oven 200°C, arrange tomatoes in a single layer in an ovenproof shallow dish (use two if you don't have one that is big enough, but it is important that there is only one layer), cut side up.
• You don't need to grease the dish Sprinkle salt, pepper, herbs, breadcrumbs, parmesan and feta crumbles evenly on tomatoes Bake for 20 minutes or until tomatoes are tender and cheese is melted and bubbling Let cool 5 to 10 minutes and serve.

EASY FETA TOMATO PASTA

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
• Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes and salt to taste. Cook gently, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are soft and have released their juices, 5 to 10 minutes.
• Drain the pasta and immediately add to the pan of tomatoes. Reduce heat to low and toss to coat. Add feta cheese, and basil and stir through. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

ONE-PAN FETA PASTA WITH CHERRY TOMATOES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400 degrees. In a shallow 2-quart casserole or gratin dish, or an 11-by-7-inch baking dish, combine tomatoes, garlic, thyme, rosemary and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Toss with 1/4 cup of the olive oil to coat. Place the feta in the middle of the dish, and top with the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. Sprinkle the black pepper and red-pepper flakes over everything. Bake for about 40 minutes, until the garlic has softened and the tomatoes have burst their skins.
• Add the pasta to the pan in an even layer and sprinkle with remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt. Pour the boiling water on top. Using a wooden spoon or spatula, carefully submerge pasta. Cover tightly with foil and bake until pasta is al dente, 17 to 19 minutes. Remove from oven and let the pasta stand, covered, for 5 to 10 minutes to absorb the excess liquid.
• Stir in basil until everything is well incorporated, and the tomatoes and cheese create a creamy sauce. When serving, top with more black pepper, oil and flaky sea salt.

CHERRY TOMATOES STUFFED WITH MARINATED FETA

Steps:

• Toss cubed feta, oil, shallot, and oregano in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
• Cut 12 tomatoes crosswise in half. Scoop out tomato pulp with melon baller or small spoon. Place tomatoes, cut side up, on serving plate. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• Stuff hollowed cherry tomatoes with marinated feta. Slide in olive half alongside cheese. Drizzle with additional olive oil. DO AHEAD: Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.