How to Make TikTok Baked Feta Pasta
This viral TikTok baked feta pasta combines creamy feta and burst cherry tomatoes for an easy, delicious dinner that’s ready in under an hour!
Equipment
- baking dish
- pot
Ingredients
- 1 block of feta cheese about 8 ounces
- 2 pints of cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes
- ⅓ cup of olive oil
- 3 cloves of garlic minced
- to taste Salt and pepper
- A pinch of red pepper flakes optional, for a little heat
- 10 ounces of pasta penne, rigatoni, or your favorite kind
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Set it to 400°F (200°C) so it’s nice and hot for baking.
- Set up the baking dish: Place the feta block in the center of a large baking dish. Surround it with cherry tomatoes. Drizzle olive oil over everything, then add minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if you like a kick).
- Bake it: Pop the dish into the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when the tomatoes burst and the feta turns soft and golden.
- Cook the pasta: While the oven works its magic, boil a pot of salted water. Cook your pasta until al dente, following the package directions. Drain it, but save about ½ cup of pasta water just in case.
- Mix it up: Take the baked feta and tomatoes out of the oven. Mash them together with a fork to make a creamy sauce. Toss in the cooked pasta and stir until it’s coated. If it’s too thick, add a splash of that reserved pasta water.
- Finish and serve: Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a pop of flavor and color. Serve it hot and dig in!