In reflecting on the viral recipes of 2021, we decided that there are a couple we actually like that are worth making into the new year. The famous viral Feta Pasta of 2021 is one of them, and so we’ve made a version that we think is as family-friendly as possible.
This Didn’t I Just Feed You take on viral Feta Pasta is designed to be a crowd-pleasing base that you can serve as is, or on which you can endlessly riff. It contains cream cheese to help make the sauce both creamier and more mild, allowing the garlic and lemon flavors to shine. We finish with sumac and pepper flakes (Aleppo pepper, if you have it!) for a little extra tang and bite, but they aren’t necessary, especially for the kids. You can finish with fresh herbs, frozen peas, or (highly recommended) toasted breadcrumbs.
PrintLemony Feta Pasta
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 to 6
Description
In reflecting on the viral recipes of 2021, we decided that there are a couple we actually like that are worth making into the new year. The famous viral Feta Pasta of 2021 is one of them, and so we’ve made a version that we think is as family-friendly as possible.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Add the tomatoes, garlic cloves, olive oil, juice of 1/2 a lemon, salt, and pepper to an oven safe baking dish. Using your hands or a silicone spatula, toss to coat everything well. Nestle the block of feta and cream cheese in the middle of the dish.
2. Place baking dish in the oven and cook for 35 min. In the meantime, cook the pasta according to package directions, being sure to reserve 1 cup of the cooking water before draining.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 35