Description
This Baked Feta Pasta Recipe with Cherry Tomatoes is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines creamy baked feta cheese with juicy roasted cherry tomatoes, tossed with perfectly cooked pasta and garnished with fresh basil. It’s an effortless and delicious meal that comes together quickly, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 block (about 200g) feta cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 oz pasta of choice (such as penne or fusilli)
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the feta and tomatoes.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Place the block of feta cheese in the center of a baking dish and arrange the cherry tomatoes around it.
- Add Seasonings: Drizzle the olive oil over the feta and cherry tomatoes. Sprinkle the minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper evenly on top.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the feta cheese is soft, slightly browned, and the tomatoes have burst and softened.
- Cook Pasta: While the feta and tomatoes are baking, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Mix Sauce: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Using a spoon or spatula, stir the baked feta and tomatoes together until creamy and well combined.
- Toss Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the feta and tomato mixture and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately for a warm, comforting pasta dish.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes before baking.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If you prefer a thinner sauce, add a splash of pasta cooking water when tossing the pasta.
