TikTok Baked Feta Pasta Recipe

Introduction

TikTok Baked Feta Pasta is a simple yet delicious dish that gained viral popularity for its creamy texture and vibrant flavors. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a comforting pasta that feels gourmet.

Ingredients

• 2 pints cherry tomatoes
• 8 ounces feta cheese (block or crumbled)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 bunch fresh basil, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced or whole
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• 4 ounces pasta

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add whole garlic cloves now if you prefer roasted garlic.
2. Step 2: Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the tomatoes and drizzle a little more olive oil over the top.
3. Step 3: Bake in the oven for 35 to 40 minutes, until the feta is soft and the cherry tomatoes have burst.
4. Step 4: While the dish bakes, cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
5. Step 5: Remove the baking dish from the oven. If you did not roast the garlic, add minced garlic now along with the chopped basil and stir gently to combine.
6. Step 6: Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and stir everything together until the pasta is well coated with the creamy feta and tomato sauce.

Tips & Variations

• Use whole garlic cloves for a milder, roasted garlic flavor or minced garlic for a stronger garlic taste.
• Add chili flakes or red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat.
• Try different pasta shapes like penne or farfalle for variety.
• You can stir in some lemon zest or juice after baking for a fresh brightness.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use crumbled feta instead of a block?

Yes, crumbled feta can be used, but a block tends to melt more evenly and creates a creamier sauce.

What type of pasta works best for this dish?

Short pasta shapes like penne, fusilli, or rigatoni work well as they hold the sauce nicely, but any pasta you have on hand will work fine.

TikTok Baked Feta Pasta Recipe

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This TikTok Baked Feta Pasta is a trendy, easy-to-make dish featuring juicy roasted cherry tomatoes, creamy baked feta cheese, and fresh basil tossed with perfectly cooked pasta. It combines simple ingredients into a flavorful, comforting meal that’s perfect for weeknights or entertaining.

• Author: Zane
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Roasted Tomato and Feta Mixture

• 2 Pints Cherry Tomatoes
• 8 ounces Feta Cheese (block or crumbled)
• 1/4 cup Olive Oil
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced or whole)
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste

Pasta

• 4 ounces Pasta (any variety, such as penne or fusilli)
• 1 bunch Fresh Basil, chopped

Instructions

1. Prepare Baking Dish: In a baking dish, combine the cherry tomatoes, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add whole garlic cloves if you want to roast the garlic; otherwise, you will add minced garlic later.
2. Add Feta Cheese: Place the 8-ounce block of feta cheese in the center of the baking dish. Drizzle a little olive oil over the top of the feta.
3. Bake: Bake the tomatoes and feta at 400°F (200°C) for 35 to 40 minutes. The feta should soften and the tomatoes will burst, releasing their juices.
4. Cook Pasta: While the feta and tomatoes bake, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
5. Combine Ingredients: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Immediately add the chopped fresh basil and minced garlic if you did not roast whole cloves. Stir well to combine the roasted tomatoes, soft feta, basil, and garlic into a creamy sauce.
6. Mix Pasta and Serve: Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and stir to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. Serve warm.

Notes

• You can substitute cherry tomatoes with grape or roma tomatoes if preferred.
• Using whole garlic cloves will give a mild roasted garlic flavor; minced garlic added after baking will be more pungent and fresh.
• For a creamier texture, stir the feta and tomatoes together well after baking to break down the cheese further.
• Add red pepper flakes or chili flakes for a spicy kick if desired.
• Leftover pasta can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat gently with a splash of water or olive oil.

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