Viral TikTok Feta Pasta

Ingredients

• •1 third cup Olive oil (Extra virgin olive oil is recommended.)
• •1 teaspoon Salt (To taste.)
• •1 teaspoon Black pepper (Freshly ground, to taste.)
• •1 block Feta cheese (Use a block of feta for the best texture.)
• •2 cups Cherry tomatoes (Use a mix of red and yellow for color.)
• •12 ounces Pasta (Use your favorite type, such as penne or fusilli.)
• •4 cloves Garlic (Minced.)
• •1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (Adjust according to spice preference.)
• •1 cup Basil (Fresh basil, torn or chopped.)

Instructions

1. 1.

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2.

   In a baking dish, combine the cherry tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

3. 3.

   Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the tomato mixture. Drizzle a little more olive oil over the feta and season with additional salt and pepper.

4. 4.

   Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are bursting and the feta is soft and golden.

5. 5.

   While the feta and tomatoes are baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest.

6. 6.

   Once the feta and tomatoes are done baking, remove from the oven and use a fork to mash the feta and tomatoes together to create a creamy sauce.

7. 7.

   Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and mix well, incorporating the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.

8. 8.

   Stir in the fresh basil, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious TikTok Feta Pasta!