Baked Feta Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes
This creamy and flavorful Baked Feta Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes is a quick and easy dinner idea that's perfect for any night of the week.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 block feta cheese (about 200g)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 300g pasta of your choice
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, add cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, and olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes if desired. Mix well.
- Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the dish, surrounded by the tomatoes. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and the feta is golden and bubbly.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Once the feta and tomatoes are baked, mash everything together with a fork to create a creamy sauce.
- Add the cooked pasta to the dish and mix well. Use reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency of the sauce if needed.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve warm.