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Viral Baked Feta Pasta
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Add cherry tomatoes and minced garlic to an oven-safe dish. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to combine.
3
Place the block of feta in the center of the dish, surrounded by tomatoes.
4
Sprinkle everything with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, chili flakes, and parsley. Add fresh basil if desired.
5
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the tomatoes have burst and are caramelized.
6
Meanwhile, cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain.
7
Remove dish from the oven. Use a spoon to mash the tomatoes and feta into a creamy sauce.
8
Add cooked pasta and a splash of pasta water. Toss until well combined and creamy.
9
Serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs if desired.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Choose the Right Feta Block 🧀Use a thick block of feta (not crumbled) that holds its shape during baking—this creates a creamy sauce base when it melts into the tomato juices and pasta water.
- Maximize Tomato Blister and Flavor 🍅Bake tomatoes at 400°F for 30-35 minutes until deeply blistered and some skins split—this concentrates their sweetness and creates caramelized depth that's essential to the dish.
- Master the Pasta Water Emulsion 💧Reserve at least 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining, then add it gradually while tossing to create a silky, cohesive sauce that coats each strand without becoming oily.
- Layer Aromatics for Complexity 🧄Combine fresh minced garlic (not just powder) with the tomatoes and feta during baking, then finish with a small amount of fresh raw garlic tossed in at the end for bright, layered garlic notes.
- Add Basil at the Perfect Moment 🌿Tear fresh basil leaves and toss them in just before serving rather than during cooking—this preserves their delicate flavor and prevents them from turning dark or bitter.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
My Calorie Intake
Smart Nutrition 
Nutrition Per Serving
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