Description
Creamy Tomato Burrata Pasta is a delightful dish that combines the freshness of ripe tomatoes with the luxurious creaminess of burrata cheese. This simple yet sophisticated pasta recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering a rich, flavorful experience reminiscent of an Italian bistro. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting meal will impress your family and friends alike with its vibrant flavors and creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes (chopped)
- 8 oz burrata cheese (torn into pieces)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped tomatoes to the skillet and cook for approximately five minutes until softened.
- Stir in reserved pasta water, salt, and pepper. Add burrata cheese and gently mix until melted.
- Toss the drained pasta in the skillet with the sauce, ensuring noodles are coated evenly.
- Serve immediately, garnished with torn basil leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling and sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 30mg