Description
A delightful dish that bursts with flavor, featuring sweet, caramelized tomatoes and fresh basil, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400 grams fresh pasta (about 14 oz)
- 500 grams cherry tomatoes (about 1 lb)
- 60 ml balsamic vinegar (about 1/4 cup)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water and pat them dry. Place them on a baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Roast the cherry tomatoes in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until their skins are blistered and they are soft and caramelized.
- While the tomatoes are roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fresh pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually about 2-4 minutes. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- In a large skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
- Once the tomatoes are roasted, add them to the skillet with the sautéed garlic. Pour in the balsamic vinegar and stir gently to combine. If the mixture seems too thick, add a little reserved pasta water.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the pasta with the tomato and balsamic mixture. Stir in the chopped fresh basil and season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Plate the pasta and drizzle with a little extra balsamic vinegar if desired. Top with grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- To reheat, warm in the microwave or on the stovetop.
- For freezing, do so before adding fresh basil and thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Roasting and boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Balsamic, Roasted, Tomato, Basil, Pasta, Italian, Vegetarian