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Baked Feta Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes

This baked feta pasta is creamy, tangy, and bursting with roasted tomato flavor. As the feta melts into a rich, silky sauce, it creates a dish that feels fancy but is unbelievably easy. It’s viral for a reason—minimal prep, maximum comfort, and pure pasta perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g pasta penne or fusilli
  • 200 g feta cheese block
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil optional, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Add cherry tomatoes to a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Place feta cheese block in the center and sprinkle garlic and oregano over it.
  4. Bake for 25–30 minutes until tomatoes burst and feta softens.
  5. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions and drain.
  6. Mash baked feta and tomatoes together to create a sauce.
  7. Add cooked pasta and mix until well coated.
  8. Season with salt and black pepper, garnish, and serve.

Notes

  • Use high-quality feta for the best flavor.
  • Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Reserve pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.

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