Easy • Pasta
Oven-Baked Feta Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes
This viral sensation is back and better than ever in your own kitchen, with warm feta, burst tomatoes, and al dente pasta.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Level
- Easy
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Get ready to see what all the fuss is about! This oven-baked feta pasta takes minimal effort for maximum flavor payoff. It's truly magic how a few simple ingredients transform into such a satisfying and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Yield: 4 servings
Main
- 1 lb cherry or grape tomatoes
- 8 oz block feta cheese
- 1/2 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 12 oz pasta (such as fusilli, rigatoni, or orecchiette)
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, add the cherry tomatoes, garlic, red pepper flakes (if using), oregano, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with 1/4 cup of the olive oil and toss to combine.
Step 3
Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the baking dish, nestled amongst the tomatoes. Drizzle the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil over the feta.
Step 4
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tomatoes have burst and the feta is soft and lightly golden. While it bakes, cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
Step 5
Remove the baking dish from the oven. Use a fork or spoon to gently mash the feta into the burst tomatoes, creating a creamy sauce. Stir in the drained pasta, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Step 6
Garnish with fresh basil before serving. Enjoy!
Tips
- For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end.
- Any short pasta shape works well here – choose your favorite!
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