Pasta with Feta Cheese and Cherry Tomatoes

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Pasta with Feta Cheese and Cherry Tomatoes:

Ingredients:

• 200g pasta (penne, spaghetti, or your favorite type)

• 200g cherry tomatoes, halved

• 100g feta cheese, crumbled

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)

• Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions, until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water.

2. Sauté the garlic and tomatoes: While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and release their juices. If you like, add a pinch of dried oregano at this stage for extra flavor.

3. Combine pasta and tomatoes: Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the tomatoes. Toss everything together, adding a little reserved pasta water if needed to help the sauce coat the pasta.

4. Add feta cheese: Remove from heat and crumble the feta cheese over the pasta. Toss again until the feta melts slightly and combines with the tomatoes.

5. Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

6. Serve: Serve warm and enjoy your creamy, tangy pasta with feta and cherry tomatoes!