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Baked Feta Pasta Recipe

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This baked feta pasta recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines juicy roasted grape tomatoes and creamy, softened feta cheese with Italian seasoning and fresh basil. Baked until the tomatoes burst and the cheese melts, it’s then mixed with perfectly cooked bow tie pasta for a comforting and delicious meal ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

Tomato and Cheese Mixture

  • 2 ½ cups grape tomatoes, washed and dried
  • 1 (8 oz) brick of Feta cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil

Pasta

  • 12 oz bow tie pasta, cooked, drained, and kept warm

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F to prepare for roasting the tomatoes and baking the feta cheese.
  2. Prepare Baking Dish: Place the washed and dried grape tomatoes evenly in a medium-sized baking dish.
  3. Add Feta Cheese: Position the block of feta cheese in the center of the tomatoes inside the baking dish.
  4. Drizzle Oil: Pour 3 tablespoons of olive oil over both the tomatoes and feta cheese to help with roasting and flavor.
  5. Season: Sprinkle the Italian seasoning and salt evenly over the cheese and tomatoes for seasoning.
  6. Top with More Oil: Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the feta cheese to keep it moist during baking.
  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the tomatoes have burst and the feta cheese has softened significantly.
  8. Combine Ingredients: Remove the dish from the oven and stir the roasted feta and tomatoes together until well combined, creating a creamy sauce.
  9. Add Basil: Stir in the chopped fresh basil to add a fresh herbal flavor.
  10. Mix with Pasta: Add the cooked and drained bow tie pasta to the cheesy tomato mixture, tossing until the pasta is evenly coated.
  11. Serve Hot: Serve the baked feta pasta immediately while warm for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • You can substitute the grape tomatoes with cherry tomatoes if preferred.
  • For a spicy kick, add crushed red pepper flakes before baking.
  • Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta to accommodate dietary needs.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator up to 2 days and reheated gently.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice after baking for an extra layer of brightness.

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