Description
Experience creamy, tangy, and savory flavors in every bite with this easy Baked Feta Pasta recipe! Roasted cherry tomatoes, melted feta, and fresh basil create a rich, luscious sauce that perfectly coats tender pasta for a dish that’s both effortless and irresistible.
Ingredients
2 pints cherry tomatoes
8 oz block feta cheese
3 cloves garlic
½ cup olive oil
⅓ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (plus more for serving)
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons oregano
Pasta (cavatappi preferred, around 12 oz recommended)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Place the cherry tomatoes in an oven-safe baking dish. Drizzle with half of the olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and oregano, and toss to coat.
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Make a space in the center of the dish and place the block of feta cheese. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the feta and sprinkle additional seasoning if desired.
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Scatter the garlic cloves around the tomatoes.
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Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until the feta is soft and the tomatoes are bursting.
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While the tomatoes and feta bake, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Once baked, sprinkle chopped basil over the tomato and feta mixture. Mash everything together with a spoon to form a creamy sauce.
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Add the cooked pasta directly into the baking dish and toss well until the pasta is fully coated in the creamy feta-tomato sauce.
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Garnish with additional fresh basil before serving, if desired.
Notes
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Use good quality feta cheese (preferably Greek) for the creamiest results.
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Cavatappi is recommended for its ability to hold onto the rich sauce, but penne or rigatoni are excellent substitutes.
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Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or stir in baby spinach at the end for extra greens.
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For an even richer flavor, try roasting the garlic separately until caramelized.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean