Ingredients
1 block (200g) Feta cheese (preferably sheep’s milk)
2 cups Cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes)
3 cloves Garlic, minced
2–3 tbsp Olive oil
1 tsp Dried oregano
1 tsp Dried basil
1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
200g Pasta (penne, fusilli, or farfalle)
Fresh Basil (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a baking dish, arrange the cherry tomatoes and place the block of feta cheese in the center.
Drizzle the tomatoes and feta with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the feta is golden and the tomatoes have burst.
While the feta and tomatoes are baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain, reserving a bit of the pasta water.
Once the feta and tomatoes are done, remove from the oven. Use a spoon to mash the feta and mix it with the tomatoes, creating a creamy sauce.
Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish, tossing everything together. Add a bit of the reserved pasta water if needed to thin the sauce.
Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
Vegan Option: Use plant-based feta or a vegan cheese alternative.
Protein Add-ins: Try adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or sausage for a more filling meal.
Spice Level: Adjust the red pepper flakes according to your preference for heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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