Description
Indulge in the warmth of our Tomato Feta Pasta Bake, a heartwarming dish perfect for chilly evenings. This recipe combines al dente fusilli pasta with roasted cherry tomatoes and creamy feta cheese, creating a savory delight that’s sure to impress. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, this pasta bake is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings with family and friends. Get ready for seconds—it’s that good!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz block feta cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish with olive oil.
- Cook the fusilli pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper; toss until well-coated.
- Drain the pasta and mix it with the tomato mixture in the baking dish. Crumble feta cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tomatoes are blistered and fragrant.
- Add freshly chopped basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or substituting cherry tomatoes with sun-dried tomatoes. A sprinkle of red pepper flakes can give your dish a delightful kick.