Baked Feta Soup

By Feelgoodfoodie · 60 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Put the cherry tomatoes in an oven-safe baking dish, pour over ¼ cup olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss well.
2. Place the block of feta in the middle of the dish, surrounded by the tomatoes, and turn it a couple of times to coat it in oil and seasoning.
3. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the cherry tomatoes burst and the feta melts.
4. While the feta bakes, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent. Season with salt, pepper and crushed red pepper if using. Add the garlic, crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth and thyme, and simmer gently until the baked tomatoes are done.
5. Once the baked tomatoes and feta are done, transfer them to the simmering pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add the basil. Bring back to a simmer, add the orzo and cook for 7-8 minutes, until fully cooked.
6. Serve topped with more crumbled feta, basil and black pepper.

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