Burrata with Pasta
Quick, easy, and irresistibly creamy, this burrata pasta recipe features sautéed cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and rich burrata cheese. It's a perfect simple dinner the whole family will love.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Colander
- large skillet
- Blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound dry uncooked pasta spaghetti, fettuccine, or your choice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 pound cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon freshly chopped basil)
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 burrata cheese balls each approximately 4 oz
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and keep warm.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, basil paste, salt, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Transfer the tomato mixture to a food processor or blender. Add the two burrata balls and blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with additional salt, if needed. (If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water and blend again until it reaches your desired consistency.)
- Pour the creamy burrata-tomato sauce over the cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly. (If you want a hotter dish, transfer to a skillet and heat gently over low heat to warm through.) Serve the pasta on warm plates and garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese. Makes 4 servings.
Notes
Storage instructions: Burrata pasta is at its best when served fresh, but leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
To reheat: Warm gently in a saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently with a fork. If the sauce has thickened, add a splash of milk to loosen it.
Nutrition
Calories: 255kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 0.4mgSodium: 10mgPotassium: 261mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 316IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
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