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Baked Feta Pasta Recipe

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This Baked Feta Pasta recipe features succulent cherry tomatoes and creamy feta cheese roasted together to create a rich, flavorful sauce. Tossed with perfectly cooked linguine and fresh basil, it delivers a comforting, easy-to-make dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 pints cherry tomatoes
  • 8 ounces feta cheese
  • 1 pound linguine
  • 6–8 basil leaves

Seasonings and Oils

  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil (divided)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • pinch cayenne pepper
  • salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Water: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). At the same time, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil for cooking the pasta.
  2. Prepare Tomatoes: Add the cherry tomatoes to a 9×13-inch or 7×11-inch baking dish. Drizzle with half of the olive oil and stir gently to coat the tomatoes evenly.
  3. Add Feta and Seasonings: Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the dish surrounded by tomatoes. Sprinkle the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and cayenne pepper over the feta and tomatoes. Drizzle the remaining olive oil on top.
  4. Roast the Mixture: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and roast for 25 minutes until the tomatoes burst and the feta is soft and slightly golden.
  5. Cook Pasta: Ten minutes before the tomatoes finish roasting, add the linguine to the boiling salted water. Cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  6. Combine Sauce: Remove the baking dish from the oven and stir the tomatoes and feta together. The tomatoes will break down, creating a creamy sauce. Stir in the reserved pasta water to achieve a silky, sauce-like consistency.
  7. Toss Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked linguine directly to the baking dish with the sauce. Toss everything together to evenly coat the pasta. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped basil leaves over the pasta and serve immediately while hot for a fresh, flavorful finish.

Notes

  • Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
  • Reserve pasta water carefully; it helps emulsify the sauce.
  • The cayenne pepper is optional and can be adjusted for heat preference.
  • You can substitute linguine with other pasta shapes like penne or spaghetti if desired.
  • Fresh basil adds freshness but can be substituted with parsley if unavailable.

Keywords: baked feta pasta, cherry tomatoes, creamy pasta sauce, vegetarian pasta, easy dinner recipe, Mediterranean pasta

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