Description
Creamy Greek feta pasta brings Mediterranean sunshine to your dinner table with its rich, tangy flavors. Crumbled feta, roasted tomatoes, and fresh herbs create a simple yet irresistible dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) pasta (such as penne, farfalle, or spaghetti)
- 2 pints (20 ounces / 567 grams) cherry or grape tomatoes
- 8 ounces (226 grams) block feta cheese
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Fresh Herbs:
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Ignite the culinary adventure by heating the oven to a crisp 400°F (200°C), setting the stage for a delectable Mediterranean-inspired feast.
- Nestle cherry tomatoes into a spacious baking vessel, strategically positioning the feta block at the epicenter. Lavish the ingredients with a generous olive oil drizzle, then scatter minced garlic, fiery red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper across the landscape. Gently tumble the tomatoes to ensure a uniform, flavor-rich coating.
- Slide the aromatic ensemble into the preheated oven, allowing the ingredients to transform for 30-35 minutes. Watch for the tomatoes to develop a tantalizingly blistered exterior and the feta to melt into a golden, creamy masterpiece.
- During the roasting interlude, submerge pasta in a rolling, salted water bath. Follow package guidance for optimal cooking, remembering to rescue a precious half-cup of starchy liquid before banishing the water.
- Extract the bubbling baking dish and wielding a trusty spoon, create a luscious sauce by enthusiastically mashing the now-softened feta and caramelized tomatoes into a velvety amalgamation.
- Introduce the perfectly cooked pasta to this vibrant sauce, incorporating reserved pasta water if the mixture requires additional moisture. Toss with vigor until every pasta strand glistens with the rich, creamy essence.
- Crown your culinary creation with a generous scatter of verdant fresh basil leaves, then present this warm, inviting dish to eager diners.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes for mild or spicy preferences.
- Choose high-quality block feta for creamier, richer sauce texture that melts smoothly.
- Swap pasta types like whole wheat or gluten-free options to accommodate dietary needs without compromising flavor profile.
- Fresh herbs like oregano or parsley can replace basil for alternative aromatic variations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg