Baked Feta Pasta Recipe

Ahh, Baked Feta Pasta Recipe. You’ve probably seen the viral TikTok videos and I’m here to tell you, it’s every bit as delicious and easy as it looks! It’s a dish that tastes like it was created in a high-end Italian restaurant but guess what? It’s made using only a few simple ingredients and one baking dish, it doesn’t get easier than that! This meal is shockingly easy and oh-so-delicious that it can turn holiday parties or simple family dinners into memorable feasts. The creamy, tangy feta mingles with the sweet yet tart cherry tomatoes to create a velvety sauce that clings to pasta in the most delightful way. I’m confident you’re gonna love this one!

So let’s talk numbers. Here’s the rundown:

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Yield: 4 servings

So, roll up your sleeves and get your utensils ready for one mouthwatering ride to Italia, my friends! Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 500g pasta of your choice (I prefer penne)
• 1 block of feta cheese (200g)
• 300g cherry tomatoes
• 4 cloves of garlic
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Handful of fresh basil
• Salt and pepper to taste

For this recipe, you’ll need a baking dish and a pot for the pasta.

The feta cheese brings the tanginess and creaminess to the pasta, while the cherry tomatoes add a sweet and tart flavor. You could replace feta cheese with goat cheese to mix things up. If cherry tomatoes are not available, regular tomatoes would work just fine but the flavor might be slightly different.

How To Make Baked Feta Pasta Recipe

1. First, preheat your oven to 200��C (400��F). While your oven is preheating, place the block of feta into your baking dish.
2. Surround the feta cheese in the dish with the cherry tomatoes. Drizzle generously with olive oil, add the garlic cloves, and season with salt and pepper.
3. Put the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the feta and tomatoes are golden and blistered.
4. While the feta and tomatoes are baking, cook your pasta in a pot. Make sure to save some of that pasta water!
5. Once the feta and tomatoes are done, mash them in the baking dish, add the cooked pasta, and mix everything together. If needed, add some pasta water to loosen up the sauce. Top it off with some fresh basil and voila, your Baked Feta Pasta is ready!

Tips For The Best Results

• Use good quality feta cheese, not the pre-crumbled ones.
• Don’t omit the pasta water! It helps to create that perfect creamy sauce consistency.

Storage Tips

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to eat, gently reheat on the stove.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use a different type of cheese?

A: Yes, you can use goat cheese or any other creamy cheese if you prefer.

Q: Can I add some protein to this dish?

A: Absolutely! Grilled chicken or shrimp would make excellent additions to this pasta dish.

Q: I don’t have cherry tomatoes. Can I use regular tomatoes?

A: Yes, you can, but it might alter the flavor a bit. Cherry tomatoes are sweeter and more flavorful.

Q: Can I make this dish dairy free?

A: You can replace the feta cheese with a dairy-free cheese substitute. Make sure it’s a type that will melt well.

Q: How long can I keep it in the refrigerator?

A: This dish can keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Warm up before serving.

Nutritional Facts of Baked Feta Pasta Recipe

This dish is pretty healthy with about 590 calories per serving. It provides a good amount of protein from the feta and pasta and is relatively low in fat.

As a verdict, Baked Feta Pasta is the sexy quick dinner that���s perfect for a cozy night in, date-night with your partner, or even for dinner guests. Give this magnificent recipe a whirl and I can assure you, you���ll be making it time and time again.