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Viral Baked Feta Pasta
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a baking dish, add cherry tomatoes and minced garlic. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and mix to coat.
3
Place the block of feta in the center. Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and season everything with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, and chili flakes.
4
Mix lightly to ensure everything is coated. Bake for 30–35 minutes until tomatoes burst and feta is golden brown.
5
While baking, cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
6
Remove the baking dish from the oven. Smash the tomatoes and feta together to form a sauce.
7
Add reserved pasta water and Parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined.
8
Toss in the cooked pasta and mix until coated.
9
Fold in fresh basil. Serve hot, topped with more Parmesan if desired.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Choose High-Quality Feta 🧀Use a creamy, full-fat feta block rather than crumbled feta—it will melt into a luxurious sauce instead of breaking apart during baking.
- Caramelize Tomatoes Properly 🍅Roast cherry tomatoes at 400°F for 20-25 minutes until they're bursting and their edges are golden—this concentrates their natural sugars and creates the signature sweet-savory depth.
- Reserve Pasta Water Strategically 💧Save at least 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining, then use it to loosen the feta sauce to silky perfection and help it cling to the pasta.
- Layer Your Spices on the Feta 🌶️Apply garlic powder, paprika, red chili flakes, and black pepper directly to the feta block before baking so the flavors infuse into the cheese as it melts.
- Add Basil at the Perfect Moment 🌿Tear fresh basil and toss it with the pasta after plating rather than during baking—this preserves its vibrant color, aroma, and fresh flavor against the warm, roasted elements.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
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