Classic Shrimp and Tomatoes Baked with Feta Cheese

Name: Classic Shrimp and Tomatoes Baked with Feta Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed; 6 medium tomatoes, peeled and coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 2 tablespoons Metaxa or other brandy; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 pounds medium shrimp (about 42), peeled and deveined; 8 ounces feta cheese

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
6 medium tomatoes, peeled and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons Metaxa or other brandy
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds medium shrimp (about 42), peeled and deveined
8 ounces feta cheese

1
Preheat the oven to 400F.
2
While the oven is heating, heat the oil in a large nonreactive flameproof casserole over medium heat.
3
Stir in the onion and garlic and cook until slightly wilted, 1 minute.
4
Stir in the tomatoes and cook until they soften, 5 minutes.
5
Stir in the wine, Metaxa, tomato paste, 1 tablespoon of the dill, and the pepper.
6
Cook briskly until the tomatoes are collapsing, 10 minutes.
7
Add the shrimp and cook, stirring from time to time, until they begin to turn pink, about 2 minutes.
8
Crumble the cheese in large chunks over the top and place the casserole in the oven.
9
Bake until the cheese has melted, about 3 minutes.
10
Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon dill over the top and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped, 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed, 6 medium tomatoes, peeled and coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Classic Shrimp and Tomatoes Baked with Feta Cheese falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!