Creamy, garlicky baked feta tomato pasta comes together with juicy roasted cherry tomatoes, a whole head of garlic, and block feta blended into a silky sauce. Tossed with rigatoni, Parmesan, and a splash of reserved pasta water, it’s an easy pasta dinner with big flavor and simple steps.
The dish starts by baking cherry tomatoes, feta, and garlic with olive oil, Italian seasoning, chili flakes, black pepper, and fresh thyme until the tomatoes burst and the garlic turns soft. After cooking the rigatoni al dente, the roasted ingredients are blended into a smooth sauce, then folded together with Parmesan for a rich, comforting finish.
Fresh basil, extra chili flakes, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil add the final touch. This is a satisfying homemade pasta recipe for weeknight dinners, easy comfort food, and anyone searching for baked feta pasta, roasted tomato pasta, garlic pasta, or creamy rigatoni recipes.
Perfect for fans of easy pasta recipes, baked feta tomato pasta, roasted cherry tomato sauce, and simple Italian-inspired dinner ideas. If you’re looking for a comforting garlic pasta, creamy tomato pasta, or a quick weeknight meal with bold flavor, this recipe fits the search.
