I made the viral feta pasta from TikTok with a Sonny twist

Ingredients

• 12 oz Dry Pasta (any shape such as penne or fusilli)
• 3 Tbsp Olive Oil (extra virgin)
• 2 cups Grape Tomatoes (whole, can halve if large)
• 3 cloves Garlic (crushed or minced)
• 8 oz Feta Cheese (firm, crumbled)
• 1 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (adjust to heat preference)
• 1 tsp Dried Oregano
• 1 tsp Dried Thyme
• 1 sprig Fresh Rosemary (for seasoning pasta water)
• 1 Tbsp Salt (for pasta water)
• 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)

Instructions

1. Season and boil pasta

   Fill a large pot with water, add 1 Tbsp salt and a sprig of rosemary, bring to a rolling boil. Add the dry pasta and cook until al dente, about 8‑9 minutes (90% done).

   Time: PT13M

   Temperature: Boiling

2. Blister grape tomatoes

   While the pasta cooks, heat the skillet over medium‑high, add 2 Tbsp olive oil, then add the whole grape tomatoes. Let them sit untouched for 3 minutes until the skins blister and start to burst.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium-high

3. Add garlic

   Add the crushed garlic to the pan, stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. If the pan looks dry, drizzle a little more olive oil.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium

4. Drain pasta and reserve water

   When the pasta reaches 90% doneness, scoop out ½ cup of the hot pasta water, then drain the pasta in a colander.

   Time: PT2M

5. Broil feta

   Spread the crumbled feta evenly on a baking sheet. Place under a pre‑heated broiler for about 3 minutes, until the top is golden and slightly melted.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Broiler

6. Toss pasta with sauce

   Return the drained pasta to the skillet with the tomatoes and garlic. Add the broiled feta (break into pieces), sprinkle chili flakes, oregano, and thyme, drizzle the remaining olive oil, and pour in the reserved pasta water. Toss over medium heat for 1 minute until everything is coated and the feta melts into a creamy sauce.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium

7. Plate and garnish

   Transfer the pasta to serving plates, drizzle a little extra olive oil, and finish with grated Parmesan and optional black pepper. Serve immediately.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

580

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

80g

Fat

30g

Fiber

2g