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This Baked Spinach and Feta Pasta is a warm and creamy take on classic Greek Spanakopita. It's made with fresh baby spinach, a block of feta cheese, and many other delicious flavors!

Spinach and Feta (Spanakopita) Baked Pasta

This Baked Spinach and Feta Pasta is a warm and creamy take on classic Greek Spanakopita. It's made with fresh baby spinach, a block of feta cheese, and many other delicious flavors!
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Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Greek, Mediterranean
Keyword: feta cheese, healthy, healthy dinner, nourishing, pasta dish, protein, spinach
Servings: 6
Calories: 515kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb of pasta cavatappi
  • 2-3 shallots or 1 large white onion
  • 5-7 cloves of garlic
  • 4 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 12 oz block of feta cheese
  • 1 tsp oregano or italian spices
  • salt + pepper to taste
  • 4 large handfuls of spinach about 8 oz
  • pasta water as needed about ½ - 1 cup

Instructions

  • Prepare the 1 lb of pasta according to the directions on the box. Set aside 1 cup of pasta water and drain the remaining water.
  • Chop the shallots into small pieces and press the garlic. Add to a large glass baking dish and drizzle with 2 tbs of the olive oil; stir to make sure everything is coated. Bake at 400°F for 10-15 minutes, or until the shallots are translucent and slightly golden.
  • Place the block of feta cheese in the middle of the shallots and garlic and drizzle with 2 more tbsp of olive oil. Bake for about 15 more minutes.
  • While the feta is baking, lightly chop the spinach into smaller pieces. Remove the baking dish from the oven and add in the spices and chopped spinach. Pour over ½ cup of pasta water and bake again for 5 minutes.
  • After the spinach has wilted, remove the baking tray from the oven. Break up the block of feta with a spoon and begin mixing everything together, making sure everything gets incorporated. Pour in the pasta and mix to combine.
  • Serve in bowls and enjoy!