Simplified Baked Feta Tomato Pasta (Printable Version)
Feta and tomatoes bake together to create a creamy, flavorful pasta with just a few easy steps.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables & Cheese
01 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes
02 - 1 block (7 oz) feta cheese
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
→ Pasta
06 - 12 oz pasta such as penne or fusilli
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange feta cheese in the center of a baking dish and surround with cherry tomatoes.
02 - Drizzle olive oil over feta and tomatoes. Sprinkle with minced garlic and dried oregano. Bake for 25 minutes until tomatoes burst and feta softens.
03 - While the feta and tomatoes bake, cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
04 - Mash the baked feta and tomatoes with a spoon to create a creamy sauce. Add the drained pasta and gently toss to evenly coat.
05 - Serve warm, garnished with chopped fresh basil if desired.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick one pan prep for minimal clean up
- Lovely creamy texture without cream
- Naturally vegetarian with simple swaps for other diets
- Endlessly adaptable based on your favorite ingredients
02 -
- Wonderful as leftovers reheated or at room temperature
- High in protein and calcium thanks to feta
- Perfect for meal prep or doubling for a crowd
03 -
- Toss the drained pasta while still hot so it absorbs maximum flavor from the sauce
- Do not skip the olive oil step generous oil helps everything roast and blend together
- If you love a little heat try adding a pinch of chili flakes or freshly cracked black pepper just before serving