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Looking for a no-fuss pasta that'll impress everyone at dinner? This Baked Feta Pasta is your answer! After trending on TikTok, I had to try it myself, and now I get the hype. Just toss tomatoes and feta in a pan, bake until everything gets gooey and delicious, then mix with pasta. My version turns out like comfort food heaven!
Ingredients List
This adaptable pasta is super forgiving! You'll want grape tomatoes (cherry works too if that's what you have), a chunk of feta (though other cheeses can work in this dish), and whatever pasta shape you prefer. I always keep Italian seasoning around specifically for dishes like this. Don't cheap out on the olive oil - it really makes this meal something special!
Prep Details
- Prep Your Space
- For this dish, heat your oven to 350°F. Find a good baking dish - a 9x13 works perfectly.
- Arrange Components
- Start by spreading tomatoes throughout your dish. Set the feta block right in the center.
- Add Flavor
- Pour plenty of olive oil over everything - this dish really needs it! Scatter those Italian seasonings all over.
- Oven Time
- Give the feta one more oil drizzle and put it in the oven. Your sauce needs about 35 minutes to get perfectly melted.
- Combine Everything
- When it's all hot and bubbly, stir everything together. The dish gets even tastier when you add torn basil and hot pasta.
Benefits You'll Enjoy
This dish seems quite fancy but couldn't be easier to make. My version lets you play around - add whatever veggies you like or experiment with different pasta shapes. It's just right for evenings when you want something impressive without spending forever in the kitchen.
Storage Tips
Your pasta will stay good in the fridge for roughly 4 days. When you want to enjoy it again, just heat it up with a little water added. I wouldn't freeze this one - the textures in this dish work best when it's fresh.
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Expert Advice
Let those tomatoes get super soft - they should pop when you mix them around. For the best pasta texture, cook it just until it has a slight bite. Always use fresh basil in this dish - it adds that amazing garden-fresh flavor!
How To Make Baked Feta Pasta
This dish is so fun to tweak! I sometimes throw in fresh thyme or rosemary. Want some spice? Sprinkle red pepper flakes before it goes in the oven. My sister swaps in zucchini noodles instead of pasta when she's cutting carbs. Every version turns out amazing!
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What type of feta works best?
Use a block of feta rather than crumbled for creamiest results.
- → Can I use different pasta shapes?
Yes, any medium pasta shape works well to hold the creamy sauce.
- → Why do tomatoes need to be dry?
Excess moisture can make sauce too watery. Pat tomatoes dry after washing.
- → Can I add other vegetables?
Yes, try adding garlic cloves or other vegetables that roast well.
- → Why did this go viral?
The simple preparation and dramatic transformation of ingredients made it a TikTok sensation.