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Fresh Burrata Pasta Primavera Recipe with Cherry Tomatoes

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A quick and easy pasta dish featuring blistered cherry tomatoes and creamy burrata, perfect for light lunches or casual dinners with fresh, simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces penne, fusilli, or farfalle pasta
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 8 ounces fresh burrata cheese
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • A handful fresh basil, torn or chiffonade
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 ounces pasta and cook until just al dente, about 8-10 minutes depending on pasta type. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 sliced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to blister and soften, about 5-7 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Add drained pasta to the skillet with tomatoes. Pour in reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a light sauce. Toss with tongs until well combined and glossy, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and torn fresh basil leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Divide pasta among plates or bowls. Tear burrata into chunks and nestle on top of each serving to soften with the pasta’s warmth.
  7. Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan and a crack of black pepper over the top. Serve immediately while burrata is soft and creamy.

Notes

Reserve some pasta water to help create a light sauce that clings to the pasta. Avoid burning garlic to prevent bitterness. Burrata is best served fresh and soft; store leftovers separately and reheat pasta gently. For a spicy twist, add red pepper flakes when cooking garlic.

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