Baked Feta Pasta Recipe
Baked Feta Pasta is a viral, easy-to-make dish that combines creamy feta cheese, roasted grape tomatoes, and fresh basil, tossed with your favorite pasta. This simple recipe delivers an explosion of flavors with minimal effort, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights or casual dinners. Try this delicious, creamy feta pasta for a quick and satisfying meal that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups grape tomatoes, washed and dried
- 1 (8 oz) brick of feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- 12 oz bow tie pasta, cooked, drained, and kept warm
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Add the grape tomatoes to a medium-sized baking dish.
- Place the feta cheese in the center of the tomatoes.
- Drizzle 3 tablespoons of olive oil over the tomatoes and cheese.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning and salt over the cheese and tomatoes.
- Drizzle an additional 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the feta.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the tomatoes burst and the feta cheese softens.
- Remove from the oven and mix the cheese and tomatoes together until well combined.
- Stir in the chopped fresh basil.
- Add the cooked, warm pasta and toss until everything is well combined. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute grape tomatoes with cherry tomatoes or a tomato medley for a variety of flavors.
- If you don't have feta, you can try goat cheese, ricotta, or halloumi as alternatives.
- Customize the herbs with options like thyme, oregano, or herbes de Provence for a unique flavor profile.
- This recipe is versatile; feel free to add in roasted bell peppers, olives, or fresh spinach for extra flavor.
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