Baked Feta Pasta 2.0 (Printer View)

Creamy feta, sweet onions, and sun-dried tomatoes blend into a savory pasta perfect for easy Mediterranean nights.

# Components:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz dried short pasta such as fusilli, penne, or rigatoni

→ Cheese

02 - 7 oz block feta cheese

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and sliced
06 - 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped, plus extra for serving

→ Pantry

08 - 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Method:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F to ensure even baking.
02 - In a large ovenproof baking dish, combine the cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, sliced garlic, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season generously with salt, freshly ground black pepper, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Toss thoroughly to coat.
03 - Nestle the block of feta cheese into the center of the baking dish among the vegetables. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the cheese and season lightly with black pepper.
04 - Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the tomatoes have burst and the feta is softened with golden edges.
05 - While the feta bakes, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and add the sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes until the onions are deeply caramelised and golden brown. Set aside.
06 - Simultaneously, cook the pasta according to the package instructions in a large pot of boiling, salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
07 - Remove the baking dish from the oven. Add caramelised onions and chopped basil to the dish. Stir well, breaking up the feta to create a creamy sauce.
08 - Add the drained pasta to the dish and toss to coat evenly. If needed, gradually stir in reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
09 - Transfer to serving plates, garnishing with additional fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Elevated flavor with caramelised onions and sun-dried tomatoes
  • Quick and easy for a weeknight meal
02 -
  • Contains milk (feta) and wheat (pasta). Gluten-free pasta can be substituted.
  • Check sun-dried tomatoes for cross-contamination if allergies are a concern.
03 -
  • Reserve more pasta water for ultra-creamy sauce
  • Use the freshest basil for best results

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