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Creamy Roasted Cherry Tomato Pasta with Burrata

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A quick and easy pasta dish featuring roasted cherry tomatoes, creamy sauce, and fresh burrata cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (300g) cherry tomatoes, preferably ripe and firm
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • A handful of fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free option)
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 ball (4 oz / 115g) burrata cheese
  • 8 oz (225g) pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine recommended)
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse the cherry tomatoes and pat them dry. Toss them in a bowl with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, sliced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  2. Spread the tomatoes and garlic in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for about 20 minutes, until the tomatoes are soft, blistered, and just starting to caramelize.
  3. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (usually 8-10 minutes).
  4. Reserve about 1/2 cup (120ml) of pasta cooking water before draining the pasta in a colander.
  5. In a large skillet over medium heat, gently pour the roasted tomatoes and garlic with their juices. Add the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce is warm and slightly thickened.
  6. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss everything together. If the sauce feels too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it.
  7. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan and torn basil leaves.
  8. Plate the pasta and gently tear the burrata on top. Let the cheese melt slightly from the pasta’s warmth. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of lemon zest if using.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the tomatoes when roasting to avoid steaming. Use ripe cherry tomatoes for best sweetness. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Gently toss burrata on hot pasta to let it melt slightly. Fresh parsley or arugula can substitute basil if needed.

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Keywords: cherry tomato pasta, burrata pasta, creamy pasta, roasted tomatoes, easy pasta recipe, weeknight dinner, vegetarian pasta

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