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Viral Feta Pasta
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 10 oz cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 block (7 oz) feta cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 8 oz pasta (such as penne or rigatoni)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, combine 10 oz cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup of olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the tomatoes. Drizzle the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil over the feta. Sprinkle minced garlic and red pepper flakes over the tomatoes and feta.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the tomatoes are bursting and the feta is golden and melty.
- While the feta and tomatoes are baking, cook 8 oz of pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Once the feta and tomatoes are done baking, remove from the oven and use a fork to mash the feta and tomatoes together until well combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
The viral Feta Pasta, also known as "TikTok Feta Pasta," gained popularity in 2021 after a Finnish blogger, Jenni Häyrinen, shared her recipe. This simple yet delicious dish involves baking a block of feta cheese with cherry tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, and herbs, then mixing it with cooked pasta. The trend took off on social media, with home cooks and chefs putting their own spin on the recipe. The dish has its roots in Mediterranean cuisine, with the creamy, tangy feta cheese being a star ingredient. The best version of this dish can be found in Greece, where high-quality feta cheese and fresh tomatoes are essential. The key to nailing this dish is using authentic Greek feta and ripe, flavorful tomatoes. While the original recipe calls for cherry tomatoes, some variations include adding spinach, olives, or different herbs for added depth of flavor. Whether you stick to the classic recipe or add your own twist, the viral Feta Pasta is a must-try for any pasta lover.
45 min
4
450 calories
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