This creamy, tangy, and delicious viral TikTok pasta dish features roasted cherry tomatoes and baked feta cheese tossed with pasta for a simple yet flavorful meal.
Ingredients:
- 8 oz (225g) block of feta cheese
- 2 cups (300g) cherry tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup (80ml) olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 8 oz (225g) pasta (penne, rigatoni, or your choice)
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the baking dish: Add cherry tomatoes to an oven-safe dish. Place the feta block in the center, and drizzle everything with olive oil.
- Season: Sprinkle minced garlic, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt over the tomatoes and feta.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until the tomatoes burst and the feta turns soft and slightly golden.
- Cook pasta: While baking, cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Mix everything: Mash the feta and tomatoes into a creamy sauce once baked. Add the cooked pasta and toss well. If needed, add a splash of pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Garnish & serve: Top with fresh basil or parsley and enjoy!
Tips:
- Add spinach, olives, or grilled chicken for extra flavor.
- Use Greek feta for the best creamy texture.
Enjoy your delicious baked feta pasta! 😋🍝
