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Classic Baked Feta Pasta

Baked Feta Pasta Recipe Summary

**Cooking Time:** 30 minutes

**Prep Time:** 10 minutes

**Servings:** 4-6

**Cuisine Inspiration:** Mediterranean

**Primary Cooking Method:** Baking

**Dietary Info:** Vegetarian, can be adapted to be gluten-free with gluten-free pasta

**Key Flavor:** Savory, tangy, creamy

**Skill Level:** Easy

**Nutritional Facts:** (Per serving)

* Calories: 520

* Fat: 27g

* Saturated Fat: 12g

* Cholesterol: 40mg

* Sodium: 580mg

* Carbohydrates: 53g

* Fiber: 3g

* Protein: 17g

**Ingredients:**

* 1 pint cherry tomatoes

* ½ cup olive oil

* Salt and freshly ground black pepper

* 1 block (7 oz) feta cheese

* 10 oz dry pasta (such as penne or bowtie)

* 5 garlic cloves, minced

* ¼ cup chopped fresh basil

**Instructions:**

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. In a baking dish, toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

3. Nestle the feta cheese block in the center of the tomatoes.

4. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the tomatoes are blistered and the feta is softened.

5. While the feta mixture bakes, cook the pasta according to package instructions.

6. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, baked feta mixture, garlic, and basil. Toss to coat and serve immediately.

Tips:

* For a richer sauce, mash some of the roasted tomatoes before tossing with the pasta.

* Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

* If you don't have fresh basil, you can substitute with dried basil or another fresh herb, such as parsley or chives.

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