Go Back
Before you dive into the oven, it's essential to prepare your ingredients properly. Begin by gathering your cherry tomatoes and feta cheese in a baking dish. Drizzle a generous amount of olive oil over the tomatoes and feta, ensuring that everything is well coated. This not only adds flavor but also helps in achieving that beautiful golden color during baking.

Baked Feta Pasta with Summer Cherry Tomatoes

Embrace the tastes of summer with Baked Feta Pasta featuring juicy cherry tomatoes. This easy-to-make dish combines creamy feta cheese and vibrant tomatoes for a deliciously rich sauce that coats every piece of pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings, it's made with simple, nutritious ingredients. Discover the magic of this Mediterranean-inspired recipe that transforms everyday ingredients into a gourmet experience, perfect for any table. Enjoy the delightful flavors and freshness of summer with each bite!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Ingredients
  

8 oz (225g) pasta of choice (penne or fusilli works best)

1 block (8 oz) of feta cheese

2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust based on spice preference)

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Zest of 1 lemon (optional)

Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

    Prepare the baking dish: In a large, oven-safe baking dish, add the cherry tomatoes and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil and season with red pepper flakes, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until evenly coated.

      Add feta: In the center of the vegetable mixture, place the block of feta cheese, ensuring it’s surrounded by the tomatoes. Drizzle a bit more olive oil over the feta, and season it with a pinch of salt and pepper.

        Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the tomatoes have burst and the feta is golden and creamy.

          Cook the pasta: While the feta and tomatoes are baking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the remaining water.

            Combine everything: Once the feta and tomatoes are done, remove the baking dish from the oven. Use a fork to mash the feta and cherry tomatoes together until you get a creamy sauce. If it seems too thick, add a little bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.

              Mix with pasta: Add the drained pasta directly into the baking dish, tossing everything together to ensure the noodles are well coated with the creamy sauce.

                Serve: Garnish with fresh basil leaves, lemon zest, and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your Cheesy Summer Delight!

                  Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 10 mins | 40 mins | 4 servings