Marinated Feta With Roasted Lemon

Ingredients

• 1 lemon, sliced, seeds removed
• 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup olive oil
• 8 ounces feta, sliced 1/2 inch thick
• 2 dried chiles de árbol or other dried red chiles, lightly crushed
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss lemon slices and 2 Tbsp. oil on a rimmed baking sheet; roast until caramelized and lightly charred in a few spots, 10–12 minutes; let cool.
2. Combine lemon slices, feta, chiles, bay leaves, lemon juice, and remaining 1/2 cup oil in a small dish; season with pepper. Cover; chill 12 hours.
3. Feta can be made 5 days ahead. Cover and chill.