Ingredients
Scale
- 400g (14 oz) penne or your favorite pasta
- 200g (7 oz) feta cheese block
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano or basil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
- Red chili flakes for a spicy kick (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the feta cheese in the center of a baking dish, surround with cherry tomatoes, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cherry tomatoes burst and feta turns golden.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Remove feta and tomatoes from the oven. Mash feta and roasted tomatoes into a creamy sauce. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh basil and red chili flakes if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use high-quality feta for richer flavor.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition.
- Adjust chili flakes to control spice level.
- Stir in heavy cream or olive oil for a creamier sauce if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, boiling, tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 430 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg