Baked Feta and Tomato Pasta

Ingredients

• 8oz (225g) feta cheese in brine
• 8oz (225g) dried pasta (your choice of shape)
• 1lb (.5kg) cherry tomatoes
• 6 sprigs of thyme
• 6 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) fresh black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
2. Add the brick of feta to the center of a cast iron pan (or ovenproof container).
3. Add the cherry tomatoes around the edge along with the thyme, garlic, olive oil, basil, and pepper.
4. Place in oven and set a timer for 30 minutes.
5. While the cheese is baking, cook the pasta until cooked through.
6. Once the cheese is done stir until the sauce is well combined then add the pasta and stir once more until incorporated.