Best Baked Rigatoni With Ham Tomatoes And Feta Cheese Recipes

BAKED FETA PASTA

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• Toss the cherry tomatoes and olive oil with 1/4 teaspoon of salt and several grinds of black pepper in a medium bowl until combined. Transfer to a 2 1/2- to 3-quart baking dish, place the feta in the center of the tomatoes and season with a pinch of black pepper. Bake until the tomatoes have burst and the feta has softened, about 30 minutes. Raise the heat to 450 degrees F and continue to cook until the tomatoes and feta are golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes more.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 13 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water, then thoroughly drain the pasta.
• As soon as the tomatoes and feta come out of the oven, stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Use the back of a spoon to smash the tomatoes and feta into a smooth and creamy sauce (it's okay if some of the oil isn't fully integrated). Add the pasta and half the basil and toss until evenly coated. If the sauce is too thick, stir in some pasta water a couple tablespoons at a time. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve topped with the remaining basil and a pinch of sea salt.

BAKED FETA PASTA

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°. In a 13x9-in. baking dish, combine tomatoes, garlic and 1/4 cup olive oil. Place the block of feta in the center, moving tomatoes so cheese is sitting on the pan bottom. Drizzle feta with remaining oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake until tomatoes skins start to split and the garlic has softened, 30-40 minutes. , Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water. , Stir feta mixture, lightly pressing tomatoes, until combined. Add pasta and toss to combine. Stir in enough reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency. Sprinkle with basil.

BAKED RIGATONI WITH HAM AND FETA

Steps:

• Spray 13x9x2 glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
• Pour cooked, drained pasta into dish.
• Mix in ham, tomatoes, cheeses and thyme.
• Pour half& half over.
• Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss to blend.
• Make sure you mix the cheeses in well.
• Cover with foil.
• Bake pasta at 375° for 30 minutes.
• Uncover, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and bake additional 10 minutes.

BAKED RIGATONI WITH HAM, TOMATOES AND FETA CHEESE

Steps:

• 1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
• 2. Butter 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish.
• 3. Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain. Place in prepared baking dish.
• 4. Mix in ham, tomatoes, feta cheese, mozzarella cheese and thyme. Pour cream over. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss to blend.
• 5. Cover with foil. Bake pasta 15 minutes. Uncover and stir to coat pasta evenly with melted cheeses.
• 6. Cover again. Bake until heated through, about 30 minutes longer.

ONE-PAN FETA PASTA WITH CHERRY TOMATOES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400 degrees. In a shallow 2-quart casserole or gratin dish, or an 11-by-7-inch baking dish, combine tomatoes, garlic, thyme, rosemary and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Toss with 1/4 cup of the olive oil to coat. Place the feta in the middle of the dish, and top with the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. Sprinkle the black pepper and red-pepper flakes over everything. Bake for about 40 minutes, until the garlic has softened and the tomatoes have burst their skins.
• Add the pasta to the pan in an even layer and sprinkle with remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt. Pour the boiling water on top. Using a wooden spoon or spatula, carefully submerge pasta. Cover tightly with foil and bake until pasta is al dente, 17 to 19 minutes. Remove from oven and let the pasta stand, covered, for 5 to 10 minutes to absorb the excess liquid.
• Stir in basil until everything is well incorporated, and the tomatoes and cheese create a creamy sauce. When serving, top with more black pepper, oil and flaky sea salt.

EASY BAKED RIGATONI WITH HAM AND FETA

Steps:

• Set oven to 375 degrees.
• Butter a 13 x 9-in baking dish.
• Cook pasta in boiling water until firm-tender; drain.
• In a large mixing bowl, mix together the cooked pasta, ham, tomatoes, 1 cup feta, 1-1/2 cups mozza cheese, thyme, and grated Parmesan cheese.
• Add in the cream; mix to combine, then season with salt and pepper.
• Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle with 1-1/2 cups mozza cheese (can use more).
• Cover with foil; bake 30 minutes.
• Uncover foil, then sprinkle with mozza cheese, return to bake for 10 minutes more.
• Note** if desired, 1 onion chopped, and about 2 tablespoons minced garlic may be sauteed, and added to the mixture.

BAKED RIGATONI

Steps:

• In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender. Add the tomatoes, sauce, paste, water, mushrooms, parsley, garlic and seasonings. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Discard bay leaf. , Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and toss with butter. In a small bowl, combine the eggs, ricotta and Parmesan cheese. Stir into rigatoni mixture. Transfer to a 3-qt. baking dish; top with tomato mixture., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese.