Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the block of feta cheese in the center of a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Arrange the cherry tomatoes around the feta cheese. Drizzle the olive oil over everything, then sprinkle with minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the tomatoes have burst and the feta is soft and golden on top.

While the feta and tomatoes are baking, cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

Remove the baking dish from the oven and immediately use a fork to mash the feta cheese and tomatoes together, creating a creamy sauce.

Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and toss everything together until well combined. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to reach desired consistency.

Stir in the fresh chopped basil and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately while hot.