Description
Baked feta pasta is a delightful dish that combines creamy, melted feta cheese with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, all enveloped in perfectly cooked pasta. This simple yet gourmet recipe transforms minimal ingredients into a comforting meal that’s perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to lively gatherings with friends. The rich sauce created by the melting feta and bursting tomatoes clings beautifully to each bite, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins for an extra touch of flavor and nutrition. Get ready to impress everyone at your table with this easy-to-make baked feta pasta that promises warmth and satisfaction!
Ingredients
- 8 oz short pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 8 oz block feta cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, combine halved cherry tomatoes, olive oil, and minced garlic.
- Place the block of feta in the center of the tomato mixture.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until tomatoes burst and feta is golden.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve half a cup of pasta water.
- Mix baked ingredients with pasta, adding reserved water until creamy.
- Serve with fresh basil on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use quality ingredients for enhanced flavor; fresh tomatoes and high-quality feta are essential. Customize by adding grilled chicken or vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. For make-ahead convenience, prepare the ingredients earlier in the day and bake when ready.