Baked Feta Pasta
Baked Feta Pasta is a delightful blend of creamy feta, sweet roasted tomatoes, and fragrant garlic, all tossed with your favorite pasta for an irresistible dish. This simple yet flavorful recipe is perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) penne pasta
- 1 cup (200g) cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz (225g) block feta cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and minced garlic. Drizzle with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the tomatoes burst and the feta is golden.
- While baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Once baked, mash the feta and tomatoes together with a fork. Toss in the cooked pasta and fresh basil until well combined.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 325g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating spinach or olives. Substitute goat cheese for feta for a different twist. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently in the oven.