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Baked Feta Pasta – TikTok Viral Video

Jyoti Behrani
Indulge in the delectable world of baked feta pasta recipes, a TikTok viral sensation that has taken the culinary world by storm. With its creamy feta cheese, roasted tomatoes, and perfectly cooked pasta, this dish offers a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you craving more.
5 from 7 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 575 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

INGREDIENTS FOR BAKED FETA PASTA

  • 8 oz. pasta of choice ** recipe uses large shells pasta
  • 8 oz. block feta cheese
  • 2 pints cherry or grape tomatoes; 20-24 oz. approx.
  • 6-8 garlic cloves, crushed
  • ½ lemon zest + juice (optional)
  • cup olive oil; **reserve 1 tbsp. oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoon oregano or Italian seasoning; **reserve ¼ teaspoon oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes, adjust to taste
  • salt & pepper, adjust to taste
  • Handful of fresh basil chopped; plus more for garnish

Instructions
 

How to make Baked Feta Pasta

  • Pre-heat oven to 400 F.
  • In a baking dish, add cherry tomatoes, and crushed garlic.
    Note: I used a 9 ” x 13 ” baking dish.
  • Toss the tomatoes with olive oil, spices – oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • Make some space in the center of the baking dish, and place a block of feta cheese. Drizzle reserved 1 tbsp. of olive oil, oregano, and red chili flakes.
  • Bake at 400 F for 25 minutes. After 25 minutes, turn the oven to the “BROIL” setting and broil it for 3-5 minutes or until the feta cheese is slightly brown.
  • In the meantime, cook pasta according to the package directions. Reserve 1 cup of cooking liquid for later use.
  • Remove the tomatoes from the oven. With a help of a spatula or a fork, mash all the cheese, tomatoes, and garlic. Combine everything into a nice sauce.
  • Toss in cooked pasta, basil, lemon zest (optional), and combine everything. Add cooking pasta water as needed to adjust the consistency of the sauce.
  • Squeeze in some fresh lemon juice (optional), mix, and cover the baking dish with some foil. Allow the pasta to rest for 5 minutes before serving. This will ensure that the pasta soaks up all the beautiful flavors from the sauce.
  • Garnish with some more basil, and serve baked feta pasta warm. Bon-Appetit!!

How to cook pasta in an Instant Pot

  • Add pasta and water to the inner pot. Make sure the pasta is covered fully in the water.
    Note: Add enough water to fully cover the pasta. **recipe uses 3 cups of water
  • Close the Instant Pot lid, vent sealed. Turn ON MANUAL / PRESSURE COOK (high) for 4 minutes.
    Note: Reduce the cooking time to “HALF” what is recommended on the box of the pasta, followed by a quick pressure release.
  • Once the Instant Pot beeps, do a quick pressure release. Open the lid.
  • Drain the pasta and keep it aside. Reserve some cooking pasta water for later use.

Video

Notes

Please refer to the recipe post for the following:
  1. Tips for Best Baked Feta Pasta
  2. Variations
  3. Frequently Asked Questions

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Baked Feta Pasta – TikTok Viral Video
Amount per Serving
Calories
575
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
31
g
48
%
Saturated Fat
 
10
g
63
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
16
g
Cholesterol
 
50
mg
17
%
Sodium
 
679
mg
30
%
Potassium
 
726
mg
21
%
Carbohydrates
 
57
g
19
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
8
g
9
%
Protein
 
18
g
36
%
Vitamin A
 
1449
IU
29
%
Vitamin C
 
63
mg
76
%
Calcium
 
342
mg
34
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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