Baked Feta Pasta

Baked Feta Pasta is a super simple hands off dish made from just 5 ingredients! Feta is roasted in the oven with cherry tomatoes to create an unbelievably good creamy tomato sauce. It's easy to see why this recipe went viral. If you haven't tried it yet read on to see what all the fuss is about!

If you've ever wondered if the recipe for baked feta pasta with tomatoes that broke the internet is worth trying - the answer is a huge YES.

I'm not usually into food trends - but I do love the timeless mediterranean flavors of feta and cherry tomatoes which are used here.

We were so surprised by how easy this is and just how good it tastes.

If you experimented to concoct a complex sauce which is as creamy, tangy and sweet as this naturally is, you'd fail!

This recipe originally came from a genius blogger in Finland called @liemessa where it was called Uunifetapasta. The fact that the country ran out of Feta after it blew up on TikTok tells you everything you need to know about just how good this is!

The method and ingredients in this version are slightly simplified, to make it as easy as possible for a busy weeknight dinner.

If you love simple pasta dishes have you tried my popular Penne Pomodoro? You might also like my one pot Lemon Ricotta Pasta or this Asparagus and Orzo Sheet Pan dinner.

Why You Should Try Baked Feta Pasta

• 5 ingredients. Family friendly. No chopping. Done in just over 30 minutes. Need I say more?!

• These classic flavors really benefit from being roasted together in the oven. Everything intensifies - the tomatoes become sweeter and the feta gets creamier.

• It's completely hand off - meaning the oven does the hard work.

How To Make Baked Feta Pasta

A full printable recipe card is below with measurements.

This really couldn't be more simple. Pre-heat the oven to 400ºF/200ºC. Toss the cherry tomatoes in ¼ cup of olive oil and season. Nestle the feta cheese in the middle of the tomatoes and turn to coat it in the oil.

Roast the feta and tomatoes in the oven for around 30 minutes or until the cheese is melty and the tomatoes are starting to burst open.

While the feta and tomatoes are baking, cook the pasta until al dente in boiling salted water. Drain and reserve some pasta water to loosen the sauce.

Remove the feta and tomatoes from the oven and stir to combine. Add the pasta and carefully toss everything together, using a small amount of reserved pasta water if needed. Scatter with basil and serve immediately.

Variations

There are so many variations you could try here! If you double the tomatoes and cut them in half the recipe would become even more saucy.

You could also add thinly sliced red onions or red peppers.

Olives would add more of a briney vibe. Red pepper flakes would give a nice bit of heat.

If you'd like to make it gluten free - just use gluten free pasta.

Tips and Tricks

• Make sure you use the full quarter cup of olive oil. It helps create that sauce and adds to the delicious flavor. Plus olive oil really is so good for you.

• Watch the salt content. Feta is already salty so taste as you go.

Frequently asked Questions

Can I use feta crumbles?

Not in this case. It's essential to roast the whole block of cheese as this is what makes the sauce so creamy. If you try to roast broken up bits of cheese it will dry out in the oven.

Do I have to use Cherry Tomatoes?

Cherry tomatoes do work really well here since they get so sweet when roasted. Grape tomatoes would also be great. In a pinch you could use cut up plum tomatoes but cherry tomatoes will give the best flavor.

Could I use a different cheese if I don't like feta?

If you don't like feta you could substitute it with a different soft cheese.

It works with a goat cheese log and a soft and creamy brie. Both are delicious.

If you are looking for a more mild alternative to baked feta you could use mozzarella.

Just use the same weight of the alternative cheese and follow the instructions.

What is the best pasta to use for Baked Feta Pasta?

I used Campanelle pasta. Honestly any pasta is fine - but I would use something tubed or with edges to hold in the delicious sauce! Penne or farfalle would both be great.

How long does Baked Feta Pasta keep?

This saucy pasta is best served immediately. If you do keep it, store in an airtight container and reheat in a saucepan on a low heat, stirring until hot.

How To Serve

This dish goes well with a simple dressed salad. Don't forget bread for mopping up those amazing juices too.

If you're a parmesan fan you could absolutely add a sprinkling over the top of the finished dish.

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