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May 13, 2025

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This Pesto Pasta with Burrata is a vibrant, creamy dream come true. Made with a fresh homemade pesto that blends fragrant basil, garlic, Parmesan, and olive oil, it coats your favorite pasta in a silky green sauce that bursts with flavor. The final touch—creamy burrata placed on top—melts slightly from the warmth of the pasta, creating an irresistible contrast in texture. It’s quick to make and full of Italian-inspired elegance, perfect for a weeknight indulgence or a cozy date night meal.

Pesto Pasta with Burrata
Pesto Pasta with Burrata
Pesto Pasta with Burrata
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Pesto Pasta with Burrata

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Milk and 5 other allergens identified

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve a small amount of pasta water, then drain.
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In a food processor, add basil leaves and garlic. Pulse a few times to chop.
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With the processor running, slowly add olive oil and blend until desired consistency is reached.
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Add Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Blend once more to combine.
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Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto and a splash of pasta water to create a silky sauce.
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Plate the pasta and top with a torn ball of burrata. Serve immediately and enjoy.
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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Basil Preservation Trick 🌿
    Blanch basil briefly in boiling water for 3 seconds before making pesto to lock in a vibrant green color and prevent browning.
  • Pasta Water Magic 💦
    Reserve 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining to help emulsify the pesto and create a silkier sauce that clings perfectly to the pasta.
  • Burrata Placement Perfection 🧀
    Let the burrata come to room temperature for 15 minutes before serving, and place it gently on top of the warm pasta to achieve a luxurious, slightly melted texture.
  • Garlic Intensity Control 🧄
    For a milder garlic flavor, blanch the garlic cloves in boiling water for 30 seconds before adding to the pesto, which reduces raw sharpness while maintaining depth.
  • Pesto Consistency Pro Tip 🥣
    Gradually add olive oil while blending pesto to control thickness, ensuring a smooth sauce that coats pasta evenly without being too oily or too thick.

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