Baked Feta and Cherry Tomato Pasta
A warm and comforting pasta dish that combines creamy baked feta and sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- Pasta: 200g of your favorite pasta
- Feta Cheese: 200g block of feta
- Cherry Tomatoes: 250g
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Fresh Basil: A handful, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine Ingredients: Place the feta cheese in the center of your baking dish. Surround it with cherry tomatoes, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle minced garlic over the top.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Assemble the Dish: Once the feta and tomatoes have roasted for 30 minutes, remove from the oven. Mash the feta and burst the tomatoes, then add the cooked pasta and toss everything together.
- Cook to Perfection: Return the dish to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Finishing Touches: Sprinkle fresh basil on top of the pasta.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot, garnished with extra basil if desired.
Notes
- Don’t skip the roasting time, as it brings out the full flavor of the tomatoes and feta.
- For extra richness, top with grated parmesan cheese before serving.
- If you want to add heat, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes while roasting the tomatoes.
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