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Roasted Garlic Alfredo Penne with Burrata
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Slice the top off a head of garlic, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 1 hour until golden and soft.
2
Cook penne in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain.
3
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Squeeze roasted garlic into the pan and mash to combine.
4
Cook mashed garlic in butter until fragrant.
5
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Season with salt and pepper.
6
Add Parmesan and Fontina cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy.
7
Toss in cooked penne along with a splash of reserved pasta water. Stir until pasta is coated evenly.
8
Serve hot, topped with burrata and extra black pepper if desired.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Roast Garlic Low and Slow 🧄Roast garlic at 400°F for 35-40 minutes until deeply golden and caramelized, not burnt—this develops sweet, mellow flavors that won't overpower the delicate burrata.
- Emulsify with Pasta Water 💧Reserve 2 cups of starchy pasta water and add it gradually to the cream sauce to create a silky emulsion that clings to the penne and prevents the sauce from becoming greasy.
- Add Burrata at the Very End ❄️Keep burrata cold and add it to individual plates just before serving, allowing the residual heat to soften its creamy center without breaking apart the delicate texture.
- Combine Cheeses for Depth 🧀Using both Parmesan and Fontina creates a more complex, nuanced flavor than Parmesan alone—the Fontina adds buttery richness that complements the roasted garlic beautifully.
- Toss Pasta in the Sauce 🍝Toss hot drained pasta directly in the pan with the sauce for 1-2 minutes to allow proper absorption, creating a cohesive dish rather than a sauce-topped pasta.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
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