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Baked Feta and Tomato Pasta

This delicious baked feta pasta with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil sauce has all the Mediterranean flavors we love.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 370 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Greek feta cheese
  • 2 lbs cherry tomatoes
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 garlic head Sliced or crushed cloves
  • 2-3 fresh herbs basil, oregano or thyme
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon chili pepper flakes
  • 8 oz cooked pasta of your choice. I used penne.
  • freshly ground pepper
  • sea salt
For serving
  • fresh basil leaves
  • Parmesan Cheese optional

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 190°C / 375°F
  2. Place the block of feta in the center of your baking dish.  Arrange the tomatoes and garlic cloves around the feta. Tuck the fresh herbs between tomatoes and garlic.Drizzle everything evenly with olive oil. Sprinkle with a tablespoon of oregano and season with freshly ground pepper. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
  3. Cook the pasta al dente. Usually 1 minute less than recommended boiling time. Make sure to reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, you might need it later.
  4. Remove the baking dish from the oven.  Immediately add ⅔ of the basil leaves. Stir the mixture together until the feta has melted into a creamy sauce. 
  5. Add in the pasta. Gently toss until the pasta is evenly coated.  If you need to, add a little of the reserved pasta water, about ⅕ cup, to loosen it up a little and make it creamier. 
  6. Serve in bowls with grated parmesan cheese(optional), chopped fresh basil leaves, and a pinch of chili flakes.

Notes

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  • Nutritional Info – Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided is only an estimate and can vary based on the products used.
  • This baked feta dish reheats nicely. I usually transfer the leftovers to a pot and reheat them on the stove. I add a little water (¼ cup) to the pasta to loosen it up and stir on medium heat. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 370kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 30g (46%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Cholesterol 50mg (17%) Sodium 956mg (40%) Potassium 735mg (21%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 1594IU (32%) Vitamin C 57mg (63%) Calcium 320mg (32%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 370

% Daily Value*

Calories 370kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 30g 46%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Cholesterol 50mg 17%
Sodium 956mg 40%
Potassium 735mg 16%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 1594IU 32%
Vitamin C 57mg 63%
Calcium 320mg 32%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.