Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes and Feta

I haven’t been able to post recipes much because we have had so much rain. I do not know as much as I want about food photography, but I do know that you need a sunny day to take a bright picture.  So today is beautiful, and I am cooking like a maniac.  The good thing is my family has several options for dinner tonight.

This is a quick and easy meal. I love to make a big bowl of this pasta on the weekends.  This is a perfect side dish to go with a grilled chicken breast. I enjoy just eating a bowl for lunch. You can add chicken to it for protein. You do not have to roast the tomatoes, but it only takes a few minutes and they are delicious.

Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes and Feta
Makes 4 (1 1/4 cup) servings

4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved and roasted
5 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Preheat oven 400 degrees.  Drizzle tomatoes with 1 teaspoon oil.  Roast for 10 minutes or until done.  Cook pasta according to package directions.  Drain and return to pan.  Stir in tomatoes, 4 teaspoons oil, basil, salt, pepper, and feta.  Toss and serve.
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