Roasted Tomato Pasta
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
8 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
38 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
380 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Roasted Tomato Pasta
Description
In this recipe, cherry tomatoes and whole garlic cloves are mixed with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme before being roasted until they burst and soften, releasing intense flavors. Meanwhile, penne pasta is cooked al dente and combined with part of the reserved pasta water to loosen the roasted tomato mixture into a sauce that clings to the noodles. Chopped fresh basil adds brightness and aroma to the finished pasta, while freshly grated Parmesan lends savory depth.
The roasted tomatoes provide a tender texture and rich, concentrated sweetness, balanced by the savory garlic and herbs. The technique allows the flavors to meld naturally, resulting in an approachable yet flavorful pasta dish suitable for weeknight dinners or light entertaining.
Choosing quality olive oil impacts flavor significantly, as noted in the recipe tips. Adjusting the amount of reserved pasta water allows control over sauce consistency, making the dish customizable to preference.
Ingredients
- 2 pints cherry tomato
- 6 garlic cloves
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon thyme dried
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- ¼ cup basil finely chopped, fresh
- Parmesan Cheese for serving, freshly grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Place the cherry tomatoes and garlic in an oven-safe baking dish. Pour the olive oil on top, and season with salt, pepper and thyme. Toss until well combined.
- Roast in the preheated oven until the cherry tomatoes burst and become fragrant, about 30 minutes.
- While the tomatoes are roasting, cook the pasta in a pot of salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup of the cooking liquid.
- When the tomatoes are cooked, transfer the cooked pasta to the baking dish along with ¼ of the reserved cooking liquid and toss to combine. Add more cooking liquid if desired.
- Garnish with basil and serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
- Use a high-quality olive oil to enhance the flavor of the roasted tomato sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 380 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 380kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 54g | 18% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 612mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 669mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1243IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 56mg | 62% |
| Calcium | 53mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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