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Baked Feta Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes: An Incredible One-Pan Recipe


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 46 minute

Ingredients

– 8 ounces pasta (penne or bowtie work well)
– 1 block of feta cheese (about 8 ounces)
– 2 cups cherry tomatoes
– ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh basil for garnish
– Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)


Instructions

Making Baked Feta Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes is simple. Follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cook Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Prepare Baking Dish: In a large oven-safe baking dish, add cherry tomatoes and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes if using.
4. Add Feta: Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the dish, surrounded by the cherry tomatoes.
5. Bake: Transfer the baking dish to the oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are blistered and the feta is golden and soft.
6. Combine: Remove the dish from the oven and mix everything together. Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish, tossing to combine with the melted feta and tomatoes.
7. Final Seasoning: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary. Drizzle with additional olive oil if desired.
8. Garnish: Top with fresh basil and serve hot. Optionally, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

Follow these steps to create your own Baked Feta Pasta effortlessly! The mixture of flavors will have your taste buds thanking you.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4-6
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Protein: 12 g