Baked Feta Pasta with Spinach
A creamy and flavorful baked feta pasta combined with fresh spinach, perfect for a comforting and easy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g feta cheese block
- 300g cherry tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 250g pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, place the feta block in the center and surround it with cherry tomatoes and minced garlic.
- Drizzle olive oil over the feta and tomatoes, then season with salt and pepper.
- Bake in the oven for 25 minutes, until the tomatoes burst and the feta is soft.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and gently mix the softened feta, tomatoes, and garlic until combined into a creamy sauce.
- Add fresh spinach to the baking dish and stir until wilted from the heat.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the feta and spinach mixture until evenly coated.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve warm.
Notes
For an extra kick, sprinkle red chili flakes before baking or add grilled chicken for added protein.
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