The viral TikTok recipe that took the world by storm. Cherry tomatoes and a block of feta cheese are baked until soft, then mixed with pasta to create a creamy, tangy sauce.
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
35 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Skills Required
None
Ingredients & Nutrition
650 kcal
Calories
20g
Protein
35g
Fat
60g
Carbs
5g
Fiber
8g
Sugar
800mg
Sodium
- 2 pints Cherry Tomatoes
- 1 (8 oz) Block of Feta Cheese
- 1/2 cup Olive Oil
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 12 oz Pasta
- for garnish Fresh Basil
Equipment Needed
- Baking Dish
- Large Pot
- Colander
Let AI Suggest Variations
- Add a splash of white wine to the dish before baking.
- Stir in spinach or olives at the end.
- Use a different type of cheese, like Boursin or goat cheese.
- Add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place the block of feta in the center of a baking dish. Surround it with the cherry tomatoes.
3. Drizzle everything with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the tomatoes have burst and the feta is soft.
5. While it bakes, cook the pasta according to package directions. Reserve some pasta water.
6. Remove the dish from the oven. Add the minced garlic. Mash the feta and tomatoes together with a fork to create a creamy sauce.
7. Add the cooked pasta and fresh basil to the baking dish. Stir to combine, adding reserved pasta water if needed to thin the sauce.
8. Serve immediately.