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Easy 5-Ingredient Baked Feta Pasta Recipe with Cherry Tomatoes for Perfect Dinner

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A simple and comforting baked feta pasta with cherry tomatoes that comes together in one pan, delivering a creamy, flavorful sauce perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (about 300g) cherry tomatoes
  • 7 oz (about 200g) block of feta cheese
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 8 oz (about 225g) short pasta (penne, fusilli, or rigatoni)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange the cherry tomatoes and block of feta in your baking dish.
  3. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over both, then sprinkle the minced garlic on top. Do not stir.
  4. Place the baking dish in the oven and roast for 30-35 minutes until tomatoes are blistered and softened and feta edges are lightly golden.
  5. While the feta and tomatoes roast, cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and reserve a cup of pasta water.
  6. Remove the baking dish from the oven and gently mash the feta and tomatoes together to create a creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
  7. Toss the cooked pasta into the baking dish and stir gently to coat with the sauce. Add more pasta water if needed.
  8. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with fresh basil, a drizzle of olive oil, or red pepper flakes.

Notes

Do not crumble the feta before baking to maintain creamy texture. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Watch feta edges to avoid over-browning. Use good quality extra virgin olive oil for best flavor. Optionally add herbs or chili flakes for variation.

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