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Feta Pasta Bake

A cozy and easy Feta Pasta Bake featuring melting feta and sweet roasted tomatoes, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Base Ingredients
  • 8 oz penne pasta Pairs wonderfully with the creamy sauce; feel free to swap with any pasta you love!
  • 1 block feta cheese The star of the show! This soft cheese transforms under heat, melting into creamy bliss.
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes These little gems burst with sweetness as they roast—perfect for enhancing flavor!
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Garlic brings a fragrant punch; don’t skimp on it if you love aroma and taste!
  • 1/4 cup olive oil The lubricant for our ingredients, adding richness and helping everything meld beautifully.
  • 1 tsp dried oregano A whisper of herby goodness that’s ideal for bringing warmth and depth to the dish.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Don’t forget seasoning! A sprinkle will elevate all the other flavors to new heights.
  • for garnish Fresh basil Adds a pop of green and freshness; it also gives your dish a lovely finishing touch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a pot of boiling water, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside—don’t rinse it.
  3. In your favorite baking dish, toss together the cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place the block of feta cheese right in the center of the dish.
Baking
  1. Slide your dish into the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the tomatoes blister and the feta begins to soften.
Combine and Serve
  1. Remove the dish from the oven and stir, mixing the tomatoes and feta into a creamy sauce.
  2. Add the penne pasta and gently fold everything together.
Garnish
  1. Sprinkle fresh basil on top before serving.

Notes

Don't skip preheating the oven! Taste as you go to adjust seasoning. Opt for high-quality feta for best flavor. You can customize with different veggies or proteins as desired.