Description
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of BAKED FETA PASTA, a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy recipe features roasted grape tomatoes and a block of feta cheese that melts beautifully, creating a luscious sauce that’s bursting with flavor. The combination of fresh basil and Italian seasoning elevates the dish, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Plus, everything cooks in one pan, ensuring minimal cleanup. Customize it by adding grilled chicken or your favorite vegetables for an even heartier meal. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this vibrant and satisfying pasta dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups grape tomatoes
- 8 oz block of feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- 12 oz bow tie pasta
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread washed grape tomatoes evenly in a medium-sized baking dish.
- Place the feta cheese in the center of the tomatoes.
- Drizzle with 3 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning and salt.
- Add an additional drizzle of 2 tablespoons olive oil over the feta.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until tomatoes burst and feta is melted.
- Remove from oven and mix together the melted feta and burst tomatoes, then stir in chopped basil.
- Combine with cooked bow tie pasta until well coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg