• Prep time: 10 minutes

• Servings: 4–6

Ingredients

• 1 block (8 oz) Feta cheese (whole, in brine)

• 1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil

• 1/4 cup Kalamata olives and green olives (pitted)

• 1/4 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley and rosemary, finely chopped

• 1 tsp Dried oregano or thyme

• 1 Small lemon (zested)

• 1 pinch Black pepper

• To serve: Crackers, pita chips, or crusty bread

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base: Remove the feta cheese block from its brine and pat it dry with a paper towel. Place the whole block in the center of a shallow serving bowl or rimmed plate.

2. Infuse the Oil: In a small bowl, mix the extra virgin olive oil, dried oregano, lemon zest, a pinch of black pepper, and half of the chopped fresh herbs.

3. Assemble: Pour the seasoned olive oil generously over and around the block of feta cheese so it sits in a shallow pool.

4. Garnish: Scatter the olives, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and the remaining fresh parsley and rosemary all over the top of the cheese and into the oil.

5. Serve: Let it sit for 10 minutes at room temperature to absorb the flavors. Arrange your favorite crackers or warm bread around the dish and enjoy!

Tip: You can gently warm the olive oil with the herbs for 1 minute before pouring it over the cheese to release even more aroma.