Baked Feta Pasta
Baked Feta Pasta is a delicious and creamy dish that combines roasted feta cheese with cherry tomatoes and pasta for a comforting meal that's easy to make. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is sure to impress.
Equipment
- 1 oven-safe baking dish
- 1 large pot for boiling pasta
- 1 colander for draining pasta
- 1 mixing spoon
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 knife and chopping board
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 8 ounces feta cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Optional for added spice.
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- for garnish fresh basil leaves Optional for garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large baking dish, combine the cherry tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the tomatoes evenly.
- Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the mixture, ensuring it is surrounded by the tomatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the tomatoes are bursting and the feta is soft and slightly golden.
- While the feta and tomatoes are baking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Once the feta and tomatoes are out of the oven, remove the baking dish and use a fork to mash the feta and tomatoes together to create a creamy sauce.
- Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize this dish with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
For an extra creamy texture, add a splash of pasta water before combining the pasta with the sauce.
This dish is excellent both warm and cold, making it a great option for leftovers.