Baked Feta with Thyme and Honey

Preheat the oven to 190°C fan bake and place a shelf in the top third of the oven.

Pat the feta dry with kitchen towels. Brush 1 tablespoon of the oil over an ovenproof baking dish. Put the feta on top with the thyme and drizzle over the remaining oil then a good grind of pepper.

Bake for about 10 minutes or until the cheese is soft when pressed with a finger.

Turn the oven to grill.

Remove the thyme from the dish and set aside. Pour the honey over the feta and pop under the grill for a few minutes until it’s bubbling and the cheese is golden.

Remove from the oven, pour over the lemon juice and top with the reserved thyme. Serve immediately with lots of crusty bread or crostini. 

Creamy baked feta is perfectly matched with a glass of Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc, its fresh acidity balancing the richness of the dish.