Entertain with Ease Using Fresh Fall Flavors

Entertain with Ease Using Fresh Fall Flavors

(Feature Impact) When seasonal celebrations start to fill up your calendar as you host friends and family, an appetizer that is delicious, yet simple, quickly moves from a new addition at the table to a tried-and-true shareable that guests look forward to year after year.

This Baked Feta with Roasted California Grapes recipe delivers warm and rich flavors while being incredibly easy to prepare in a rush. Juicy Grapes from California are roasted to deepen their sweet flavor then served over baked feta for a bite that is sweet, tangy and comforting.

Don’t forget: Grapes make an excellent healthy and fresh snack any time during the fall season, whether you need an after-school pick-me-up, a break between meetings or a quick on-the-go breakfast.

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Baked Feta with Roasted California Grapes
Servings: 6

• 1 1/2 cups red and black seedless Grapes from California
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus additional for drizzling, divided
• 1-2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 pound block feta
• 1-2 tablespoons fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• red pepper flakes, to taste
• crusty bread slices

1. Heat oven to 400 F.
2. In medium bowl, toss grapes with 1 tablespoon olive oil and balsamic vinegar to coat then place on baking tray. Roast 10-15 minutes, or until grapes just begin to soften. Remove from oven and let rest in pan 5 minutes.
3. Slice block of feta into two thick slices and place in baking dish. Sprinkle with thyme, oregano and red pepper flakes, to taste, and drizzle with olive oil. Top with roasted grapes. Bake about 10 minutes, or until cheese has softened. Serve with crusty bread slices.