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In recent years, the creamy baked feta pasta trend has exploded on social media, captivating food enthusiasts everywhere. This delightful dish combines the rich, creamy texture of baked feta with juicy cherry tomatoes and aromatic garlic, offering a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. Its rise to popularity can be attributed not only to its visually appealing presentation but also to its incredible taste and ease of preparation. The concept is simple: bake a block of feta cheese with fresh ingredients, combine it with pasta, and enjoy a comforting yet sophisticated meal.

Baked Feta Pasta

Indulge in this creamy baked feta pasta delight that’s perfect for a cozy dinner! With just a few simple ingredients including feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and your favorite pasta, this dish comes together effortlessly. Bake until the tomatoes are blistered and the feta is creamy, then mix everything for a luscious sauce. Garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan for an irresistible finish. It's a tasty one-pan meal everyone will love!
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Ingredients
  

1 block (8 oz) of feta cheese

2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup olive oil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)

Salt and pepper, to taste

12 oz pasta of your choice (penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti)

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

    In a 9x13 inch baking dish, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

      Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the tomato mixture, ensuring the tomatoes surround it.

        Drizzle a little more olive oil over the feta if desired, and season with extra salt and pepper if needed.

          Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the tomatoes are blistered and the feta is soft.

            While the feta and tomatoes are baking, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

              Once the feta is done, remove the baking dish from the oven. Use a fork to mash the feta and mix everything together to create a creamy sauce.

                Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and toss until the pasta is well coated with the feta and tomato mixture.

                  Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.

                    Prep Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 40 mins | Servings: 4