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Baked Feta and Tomato Pasta

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 480

Ingredients

  • 8 oz pasta of choice 225 g
  • 1 block (7 oz) feta cheese 200 g
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a baking dish, place the cherry tomatoes and feta block. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle the minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper over the top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, until the tomatoes burst and the feta is golden and soft.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  • Remove the baked feta and tomatoes from the oven. Mix together, smashing the tomatoes slightly. Add the cooked pasta and stir, using reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.
  • Stir in the fresh basil, parsley, and lemon juice before serving.

Notes

Use a whole block of feta, not crumbles — letting it melt slowly is what creates the creamy sauce without any cream. Prep the tomatoes and feta in the dish and refrigerate up to a day ahead before baking. Add sauteed spinach, zucchini, or olives for extra flavor, and adjust the red pepper flakes to taste.