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Easy Oven-Roasted Burst Cherry Tomato Pasta with Burrata

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A simple and comforting pasta dish featuring oven-roasted burst cherry tomatoes and creamy burrata cheese, perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (300g) burst cherry tomatoes, fresh and ripe
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced or minced
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 8 ounces (225g) dry pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
  • Handful of fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1 ball (about 4 ounces/115g) burrata cheese
  • Lemon zest from half a lemon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss 2 cups (300g) of burst cherry tomatoes with 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, 3 cloves of thinly sliced garlic, a pinch of red pepper flakes, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the tomatoes in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until skins wrinkle and some tomatoes burst open.
  4. While tomatoes roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces (225g) of spaghetti or linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve about ½ cup (120ml) of pasta cooking water before draining.
  5. Return drained pasta to the pot or a large bowl. Add the roasted tomatoes along with their juices. Pour in a little reserved pasta water to help create a silky sauce. Toss gently using tongs or a pasta fork.
  6. Tear a handful of fresh basil leaves and scatter on top. If using, grate zest from half a lemon over the pasta.
  7. Divide the pasta among plates. Tear the burrata cheese into chunks and place over each serving so it melts slightly into the warm pasta. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.

Notes

If tomatoes aren’t bursting enough, gently press them with the back of a spoon while roasting. Always reserve pasta water to create a silky sauce. Add burrata just before serving for best texture. Burrata can be warmed at room temperature for 10 minutes before use. For deeper garlic flavor, roast whole garlic cloves and mash into sauce. Substitute fresh mozzarella if burrata is unavailable.

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Keywords: cherry tomato pasta, oven-roasted tomatoes, burrata pasta, easy pasta recipe, summer pasta, quick dinner, comfort food

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