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Baked Feta Pasta

Baked Feta Pasta

  • Author: Eric
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Easy Baked Feta Pasta recipe offers a simple, comforting, and flavorful dinner option that highlights creamy plant-based feta melting into a luscious sauce made with roasted cherry tomatoes and garlic. The dish combines tangy, savory, and slightly sweet notes for a quick, customizable meal that is perfect for busy weeknights and suitable for various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 block plant-based feta (creamy)
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 4 garlic cloves (unpeeled)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil (natural)
  • 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta (or gluten-free alternative)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Tomatoes and Feta: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a baking dish, place a block of plant-based feta in the center. Surround it with whole cherry tomatoes and unpeeled garlic cloves. Drizzle everything with olive oil (natural), then sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Roast for about 30 minutes until the tomatoes burst and the feta is soft and golden at the edges.
  2. Cook the Pasta: While the feta and tomatoes are roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook your preferred pasta until just al dente, typically 1-2 minutes less than the package recommends. Drain the pasta but reserve about a cup of pasta water.
  3. Mix and Blend the Sauce: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Using a fork or spoon, mash the roasted feta and tomatoes together with the garlic to create a creamy, chunky sauce. If it feels too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up to your liking.
  4. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta directly into the baking dish and toss thoroughly so every piece is coated with the luscious sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed. For extra flavor, sprinkle fresh basil leaves and red pepper flakes, then toss gently.
  5. Serve Warm and Enjoy: Serve the Baked Feta Pasta straight from the dish or portion onto plates. The creamy texture and vibrant flavors will have everyone asking for seconds.

Notes

  • Use ripe tomatoes for sweeter, more flavorful sauce.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency and enhance creaminess.
  • Do not overcook pasta; it should remain al dente to absorb sauce well.
  • Roast at high temperature for perfectly blistered tomatoes and depth of flavor.
  • Add fresh herbs such as basil last to maintain their vibrant flavor and color.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: baked feta pasta, plant-based feta pasta, roasted tomato pasta, easy pasta recipe, gluten-free pasta dinner

Find it online: https://smartmealsguide.com/baked-feta-pasta/