Baked Feta Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes by @feelgoodfoodie

30 min
Easy

4 servings

🍝

230 g

Cavatappi

🫒

120 ml

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

🧂

1.5 g

Salt

🌶️

0.6 g

Black Pepper

🍅

570 g

Cherry Tomatoes

🧄

6 g

Garlic

🌿

6 g

Fresh Basil

🍞

30 g

Panko Breadcrumbs

🧀

230 g

Feta Cheese

Preparation Steps

  1. Step 1/12

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil on the stovetop.

    salt
    🍲large pot

  2. Step 2/12

    Cook 8 oz cavatappi pasta in the boiling water until al dente, following the package timing.

    cavatappi pasta
    🍲large pot

  3. Step 3/12

    Drain the cooked cavatappi in a colander and rinse briefly with water.

    cavatappi pasta
    🥣colander

  4. Step 4/12

    Set the drained pasta aside and preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).

    cavatappi pasta

  5. Step 5/12

    Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

    🍪large baking sheet
    📜parchment paper

  6. Step 6/12

    Mince 2 garlic cloves and chop enough fresh basil to measure 1/4 cup.

    garlic
    fresh basil
    🔪chef's knife
    🪵cutting board
    🥄measuring cups

  7. Step 7/12

    Add the cooked cavatappi and 2 pints cherry tomatoes to the lined baking sheet.

    cavatappi pasta
    cherry tomatoes
    🍪large baking sheet

  8. Step 8/12

    Drizzle the pasta mixture with 1/2 cup olive oil and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.

    extra virgin olive oil
    salt
    black pepper
    🍪large baking sheet
    🥄measuring cups
    🥄measuring spoons

  9. Step 9/12

    Add the minced garlic and fresh basil, then toss everything lightly to combine.

    garlic
    fresh basil
    🍪large baking sheet
    🥄wooden spoon

  10. Step 10/12

    Sprinkle 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs and 8 oz crumbled feta cheese evenly over the pasta mixture.

    panko breadcrumbs
    feta cheese
    🍪large baking sheet
    🥄measuring cups

  11. Step 11/12

    Bake for 15 minutes, until the feta is melted and the edges are crisp and golden.

    panko breadcrumbs
    feta cheese
    cherry tomatoes
    🍪large baking sheet

  12. Step 12/12

    Rest the baked pasta for 2 minutes, then serve warm directly from the baking sheet.

    cavatappi pasta
    feta cheese
    cherry tomatoes
    🍪large baking sheet

Composition

Ingredients

Types

Oils, Plant-based, Seasonings, Spices, Vegetables, Fruit, Aromatics, Herbs, Breadcrumbs, Grains, Dairy, Cheese

Ingredients

Cavatappi, Extra virgin olive oil, Salt, Black pepper, Cherry tomatoes, Garlic, Fresh basil, Panko breadcrumbs, Feta cheese

Allergens

Gluten, Milk

Dietetics

Dietary regimen

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Mediterranean diet

Calories

655 kcal

Macro nutrients

Protein: 21g, Carbohydrates: 65g, Fat: 35g, Fiber: 5g, Sugars: 8g, Saturated fat: 12g

Nutritional Information

Minerals

Calcium: 370mg, Iron: 3.2mg, Potassium: 510mg, Sodium: 850mg

Vitamins

Vitamin A: 120µg, Vitamin C: 28mg, Vitamin K: 35µg, Folate: 75µg

Preparation

Time Information

Preparation

15 minutes

Cooking

15 minutes

Overall

30 minutes

Difficulty

Level

Easy (1/4)

Steps

12 steps

Equipments

Utensils

large pot, colander, large baking sheet, parchment paper, measuring cups, measuring spoons, chef's knife, cutting board, wooden spoon

Appliances

oven, stovetop

Type

Type

Type Of Dish

Main Course, Pasta Dish, One-pan Meal

Occasions

Weeknight Dinner, Family Meal, Casual Entertaining

Origin

Source

Platform

instagram

Original Creator

@feelgoodfoodie

Origin

Cuisine

Mediterranean, Greek-inspired, Italian-inspired, American

Geographic

United States, North America

Various

Aspect

Texture

Al dente, Creamy, Crispy, Juicy, Tender

Flavors

Salty, Tangy, Savory, Garlicky, Herbaceous, Tomato-forward, Rich

Other

Price

Medium

Recommended Preservation

fridge

Preservation Infos

room temperature : 2 hours (Keep covered,Do not leave out longer than 2 hours), fridge : 3 days (Store in an airtight container,Cool before refrigerating), freezer : 2 months (Store in a freezer-safe airtight container,Thaw overnight in the refrigerator,Breadcrumb topping may lose crispness)