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Burrata and tomato pasta
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Tomato and burrata pasta

Discover how to make tomato and burrata pasta with our easy and delicious recipe. This dish combines ripe tomatoes and creamy burrata cheese for a luxurious and satisfying meal. Perfect for any occasion, this pasta dish is simple to prepare and packed with fresh, vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Pasta: 360 grams (twists, spagetti or ribons)
  • Cherry Tomatoes: 500 grams
  • Canned Peeled Tomatoes: 800 grams (optional, if not using fresh tomatoes)
  • Garlic: 3 cloves
  • Burrata Cheese: 1 ball (approximately 150 grams)
  • Fresh Basil Leaves: 1 small bunch (approximately 10 grams)
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese: 40 grams, freshly grated
  • Salt: to taste and Black Pepper: to taste
  • Balsamic Vinegar: 1 tablespoon (optional, for roasting tomatoes
  • Red Pepper Flakes: 1 teaspoon (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients.
  1. Burrata: Place the burrata on a plate or bowl and leave it at room temperature while you cook.
  2. Tomatoes: If using fresh cherry tomatoes, halve them. If using canned peeled tomatoes, set them aside.
  3. Garlic: Peel and finely dice the garlic cloves.
  4. Basil: Roughly chop the basil leaves, saving some whole leaves for garnish.
Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, according to the package instructions.
  3. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
Make the Tomato Sauce
  1. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced garlic and sauté until golden, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the cherry tomatoes (or canned tomatoes) and cook until they start to break down, about 10-15 minutes. If using balsamic vinegar, add it now.
  4. Stir in the chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  5. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
  1. Lower the heat and add the cooked pasta to the tomato sauce.
  2. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. Add more pasta water if needed to make the sauce creamy.
  3. Stir in the freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
Serve
  1.  Transfer the pasta to serving plates.
  2. Place the burrata ball on top of the pasta.
  3. Garnish with whole basil leaves, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  4. erve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Notes

  • Quality Ingredients: Using high-quality tomatoes, olive oil, and cheese will significantly enhance the flavor of this simple dish.
  • Pasta Water: The starchy pasta water helps to emulsify the sauce and make it creamy.
  • Substitutions: If you can't find burrata, you can use fresh mozzarella or stracciatella cheese.