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Feta and Tomato Pasta

A comforting slow cooker pasta dish featuring sweet cherry tomatoes and tangy feta cheese, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Cherry tomatoes Provide sweetness and juiciness to create a delicious sauce.
  • 8 oz Feta cheese Adds creaminess and tangy flavor to the dish.
  • 1 tbsp Dried oregano Offers a fragrant herb note to elevate the overall flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Infuses the dish with a warm, aromatic essence.
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar Adds depth and a touch of acidity, complementing the tomatoes.
  • to taste dash Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • to taste dash Pepper Essential for seasoning the dish.
  • 12 oz Pasta The base for the recipe, absorbing the sauce.
  • 1 cup Basil Fresh herb that finishes the dish with a burst of flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the slow cooker. Put the cherry tomatoes, feta, oregano, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper into the slow cooker.
Cooking
  1. Cook on HIGH for 2 hours or LOW for 3 hours until tomatoes are soft and bursting.
  2. Blend the sauce with a hand blender or mash with a fork until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Boil the pasta in salted water according to package instructions, then drain.
Serving
  1. Add the basil and pasta to the sauce in the slow cooker and stir well to combine.

Notes

For the best results, use fresh ingredients and consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for some heat. Adjust salt after blending for a balanced flavor profile.