Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of burrata paired with the vibrant burst of cherry tomatoes in this delightful rigatoni pasta dish. With a touch of garlic, basil, and balsamic glaze, this recipe offers a burst of Italian flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (optional)
Finishing Touches:
- 2 large balls burrata cheese (about 4 oz each)
- Grated Parmesan for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook rigatoni until al dente; reserve pasta water and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes in olive oil, add tomatoes, season, and cook until tomatoes burst. Toss in cooked pasta and basil.
- Finish: Transfer pasta to serving dish, tear burrata over the top, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and sprinkle with Parmesan.
Notes
- This dish is elevated by using high-quality ingredients.
- For added flavor, consider roasting the tomatoes beforehand or incorporating sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
- Pair with crusty bread to enjoy the creamy burrata and tomato sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
