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Burrata Pasta

A creamy and indulgent pasta dish featuring fresh burrata cheese, cherry tomatoes, and basil, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 620 kcal

Ingredients
  

Pasta

  • 12 oz fettuccine or spaghetti Use fresh pasta for best results.

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes Halved.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Room temperature.
  • 1 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper Freshly cracked.
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves Torn into pieces.

Topping

  • 8 oz burrata cheese At room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese Grated, for serving.

Instructions
 

Cook the Pasta

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. This helps to flavor the pasta as it cooks.
  • Add the fettuccine or spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
  • Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta in a colander.

Prepare the Sauce

  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. This will help to infuse the oil with flavor.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  • Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and start to burst.
  • Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. This will create a rich and creamy sauce.
  • Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
  • Add the torn basil leaves and stir to combine, allowing the flavors to meld for another minute.

Combine and Serve

  • Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly.
  • If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
  • Transfer the pasta to serving plates, and top each serving with a generous piece of burrata cheese.
  • Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese and additional basil if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra kick, consider adding red pepper flakes to the sauce. This dish pairs wonderfully with a crisp white wine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg
Keyword burrata, Creamy, pasta, Vegetarian
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