Description
Baked Feta Pasta Shells with Cherry Tomatoes is a delightful dish that combines creamy feta cheese with juicy cherry tomatoes, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12–15 jumbo pasta shells
- 200 grams feta cheese (about 7 oz)
- 300 grams cherry tomatoes (about 10 oz)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a baking dish, combine the cherry tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat the tomatoes evenly. Place the feta cheese in the center of the dish, surrounded by the tomatoes. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the feta.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the feta is golden and the tomatoes are blistered and bursting.
- Once baked, remove the dish from the oven. Using a fork, gently mash the feta cheese and mix it with the roasted tomatoes, creating a creamy sauce. Add the chopped fresh basil and stir to combine.
- Carefully fill each cooked pasta shell with the feta and tomato mixture. Arrange the stuffed shells back in the baking dish, spooning any remaining sauce over the top.
- Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until everything is heated through and the tops are slightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with extra fresh basil if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- To reheat, place in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta shells.
- For a low-carb option, consider using zucchini noodles instead of pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Baked Feta, Pasta Shells, Cherry Tomatoes, Mediterranean, Vegetarian