Preheat and Prep: The Oven’s Ready!: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grab a beautiful ceramic baking dish (or any oven-safe dish that is appropriately sized for the ingredients). Pro Tip: Preheat the oven while you prepare the ingredients so it’s ready when you are. This will save you time and ensure that the dish cooks properly.

Flavor Base: The Foundation of Deliciousness: Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously across the bottom of the baking dish, ensuring that the entire surface is lightly coated. Pro Tip: Using a good quality olive oil will add a subtle but noticeable flavor to the dish. The olive oil also helps to prevent the ingredients from sticking to the dish.

Add Aromatics: The Flavor Infusion: Scatter the thinly sliced red onions evenly across the bottom of the dish. Then, sprinkle the minced garlic over the onions. These aromatics will infuse the dish with their delicious flavors as they cook. Pro Tip: Sautéing the onions and garlic lightly in a separate pan before adding them to the baking dish will enhance their flavor and sweetness. Cook them over medium heat until they are softened and slightly translucent.

Feta and Veggies: The Mediterranean Medley: Crumble the feta cheese generously across the dish, distributing it evenly among the onions and garlic. Nestle the halved cherry tomatoes and chopped kalamata olives around the cheese, creating a colorful and visually appealing Mediterranean mosaic. Pro Tip: Arrange the tomatoes and olives attractively for a more visually appealing dish. You can also add other vegetables at this stage, such as roasted bell peppers, zucchini, or artichoke hearts.

Eggs-cellent Addition: The Protein Powerhouse: Carefully crack each egg directly onto the feta cheese, trying to keep those yolks intact. The yolks should be nestled among the feta, tomatoes, and olives. Pro Tip: Crack the eggs into a small bowl first before adding them to the baking dish. This will prevent any shell fragments from getting into your breakfast and also make it easier to place the eggs gently onto the feta.

Season and Drizzle: The Flavor Boost: Sprinkle the fresh oregano leaves evenly over the dish. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes (if you like a little heat). Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. A final drizzle of extra virgin olive oil over the entire dish seals the deal, adding richness and enhancing the flavors. Pro Tip: Don’t be afraid to season generously. The feta cheese is salty, so you may not need to add too much extra salt, but make sure the eggs and vegetables are well seasoned.

Bake to Perfection: The Final Transformation: Pop the dish into the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes. You’re looking for set whites and gloriously runny yolks – the hallmark of a perfect baked egg dish. The whites should be opaque and firm, while the yolks should be soft and runny, perfect for dipping with crusty bread. Pro Tip: Check the eggs after 12 minutes. The cooking time will depend on your oven and how runny you like your yolks. If you prefer your yolks a bit firmer, you can bake the dish for a few more minutes.

Garnish and Serve: The Sunny Finish: Garnish the baked feta eggs with fresh parsley leaves (if using) for a fresh and vibrant touch. Serve immediately while the eggs are warm and the feta is melty. Pro Tip: Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the runny yolks and soaking up all the delicious flavors.