Baked Feta Pasta
Baked Feta Pasta is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that combines creamy baked feta cheese, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and al dente pasta. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal that your whole family will enjoy.
Equipment
- 1 oven-safe baking dish
- 1 large pot for boiling pasta
- 1 colander
- 1 mixing spoon
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 8 oz feta cheese block
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
- In an oven-safe baking dish, place the feta cheese in the center. Surround it with the halved cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle olive oil over the feta and tomatoes. Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss the tomatoes gently to coat them in the oil and seasoning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until the feta is soft and the tomatoes start to burst.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and use a fork to mash the feta and mix it with the tomatoes until creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and toss well to combine, ensuring the pasta is fully coated in the creamy feta mixture.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition.
For a spicy kick, include red pepper flakes.
This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making it great for leftovers. Just reheat before serving.