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Creamy pasta with cherry tomatoes, basil, and ricotta cheese in a decorative bowl.

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American Fusion, European-inspired
Servings 4
Calories 226 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling, optional
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 4 ounces feta cheese in block form, not crumbled
  • 4 ounces uncooked short pasta
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • In a large, ovenproof baking dish, combine the cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, and extra-virgin olive oil. Toss gently until the tomatoes are evenly coated. Season lightly with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.​
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  • Place the feta block in the center of the tomato mixture, turning it once or twice so it’s lightly coated in oil and seasoning. Drizzle a little extra oil over the feta, if desired.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes, or until the tomatoes are blistered and soft, and the feta is golden brown on top.
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  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until just al dente, about 1-2 minutes less than the package directions state. Reserve about 1/3 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
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  • Remove the baking dish from the oven. Use a spoon to gently mash the tomatoes and feta together in the dish to create a creamy sauce. If the mixture looks dry, stir in a bit of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Add the drained pasta directly to the baking dish, tossing well to coat with the feta-tomato sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper as needed.
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  • Garnish generously with fresh basil leaves and serve warm.
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Nutrition

Calories: 226kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 333mgFiber: 1g
Keyword italian pasta
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