Creamy Baked Feta Pasta Recipe

1. Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).

2. Prepare the Baking Dish

In a large baking dish:

• Add cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, a generous pinch of salt, and black pepper.

• Pour olive oil over the tomatoes and toss to coat well.

• Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the dish, surrounded by the tomatoes. Drizzle a little olive oil over the feta as well.

3. Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the tomatoes are bursting and slightly charred and the feta is golden and softened.

4. Cook Pasta

While the feta and tomatoes are baking:

• Boil your pasta in a large pot of salted water according to the package instructions.

• Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest.

5. Mix Everything Together

• Remove the baking dish from the oven.

• Use a fork or spoon to mash the feta and tomatoes together into a creamy, saucy base.

• Add the drained pasta and toss until everything is evenly coated. If the mixture is too thick, gradually add a splash of reserved pasta water until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.

6. Finish and Serve

• Stir in freshly chopped basil or parsley.

• Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

• Serve immediately with an extra drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of Parmesan if you like.