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Burrata Pasta

Burrata Pasta is a favorite pasta recipe --tossed in sun dried tomato pesto and topped with Burrata Cheese! Pasta Burrata will take over your meals! Indulge with this pasta recipe (video included).

Prep Time
8 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 471 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

Sun Dried Tomato Pesto
Pasta
  • 1 lb pasta cooked al dente. Choose the shape and type you prefer.
  • 1 cup pasta water reserve after the pasta has finished cooking
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil
  • 1 burrata cheese torn or cut apart
  • 1/2 teaspoon chilli flakes optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste

Notes

  • Use good quality burrata cheese. Make sure to read the expiry date as burrata cheese is fresh and usually has a short shelf life.
  • Cook the pasta in well-salted water to bring out its flavor and d
  • on't overcook the pasta, as it can become mushy.
  • Yes, burrata can be used in pasta. It is a type of cheese made from mozzarella and cream, and it has a soft, creamy texture. Burrata is typically used as a topping on pizza or salads, but you can also use it in pasta dishes.
  • There are so many delicious options for pairing pasta with burrata cheese. My favorites include:
  • Rigatoni with roasted cherry tomatoes and basil.
  • Penne with pancetta, peas and parmesan.
  • Bucatini pasta with sun dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, and feta.
  • But really, any type of pasta dish that features fresh, in-season vegetables and a robust sauce would be delicious with creamy burrata cheese.
  • Yes, you can melt burrata cheese, but it gets quite watery when melted. So only melt it for the dishes where liquid consistency won't alter the taste. 
  • Use good quality burrata cheese. Make sure to read the expiry date as burrata cheese is fresh and usually has a short shelf life.
  • Burrata cheese comes stored in water, and it's best to keep it in water until ready to use.
  • Cook the pasta in well-salted water to bring out its flavor and don't overcook the pasta, as it can become mushy.
  • Keep at least 1 1/2 cups of pasta water on the side. This will help you create the sauce.
  • Sun Dried Tomato Pesto adds so much flavor to the pasta and it's a no cook sauce, yet so very tasty and rich! 
  • Basil Pesto is a bright alternative and super refreshing when combined with burrata cheese.
  • Start by adding the pesto to coat the pasta and then introduce the pasta water as a way to loosen up and create a "saucy" sauce.
  • Alternate the pasta water and parmesan cheese while tossing the pasta to create a well balanced sauce. Personalize your sauce thickness and flavor based on your taste. So feel free to add more or less.
  • The burrata cheese sits comfortably over the pasta--no need to toss it in. Just make sure you break it apart and allow it to slow seep in the sauce.
  • Garnish with chilli flakes (optional), fresh basil and more Parm.
  • Rigatoni with roasted cherry tomatoes and basil.
  • Penne with pancetta, peas and parmesan.
  • Bucatini pasta with sun dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, and feta.
  • Yes, burrata can be used in pasta. It is a type of cheese made from mozzarella and cream, and it has a soft, creamy texture. Burrata is typically used as a topping on pizza or salads, but you can also use it in pasta dishes.
  • There are so many delicious options for pairing pasta with burrata cheese. My favorites include:
  • But really, any type of pasta dish that features fresh, in-season vegetables and a robust sauce would be delicious with creamy burrata cheese.
  • Yes, you can melt burrata cheese, but it gets quite watery when melted. So only melt it for the dishes where liquid consistency won't alter the taste. 
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