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Sungold Tomato Pasta with Roasted Garlic & Burrata
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut the top off a head of garlic, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 1 hour. Let cool slightly and squeeze out the cloves.
2
Meanwhile, cook pasta according to box instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
3
In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with 1 tbsp olive oil. Add Sungold tomatoes and sprinkle with salt. Cook for 5–10 minutes until blistered and tender.
4
Use a spoon to gently smash some tomatoes, leaving a few whole.
5
Add heavy cream and stir. Squeeze in the roasted garlic and whisk until smooth.
6
Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Bring to a simmer.
7
Add cooked pasta, a splash of reserved pasta water, Parmesan, and fresh basil. Mix to combine and let simmer for a few more minutes.
8
Stir in mozzarella cheese until melted and creamy. Serve topped with more Parmesan and basil.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Blister Your Tomatoes Properly 🍅Heat olive oil until shimmering, then add Sungold tomatoes and let them sit undisturbed for 2-3 minutes per side to develop deep caramelization and concentrate their natural sweetness before stirring.
- Roast Garlic Until Golden 🧄Roast whole garlic cloves slowly over medium heat in butter until they're completely soft and nutty-brown (about 8-10 minutes), then mash them into a paste to distribute evenly throughout the sauce.
- Reserve Pasta Water Before Draining 💧Save at least 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining—use it to adjust sauce consistency and help the cream emulsify perfectly with the tomatoes for a silky, cohesive coating.
- Temper Burrata with Room Temperature 🧈Remove burrata from the refrigerator 10-15 minutes before serving so it reaches room temperature, allowing its creamy interior to stay lusciously soft and glossy when plated rather than stiff and cold.
- Add Basil at the Last Second 🌿Tear fresh basil and stir it in just before plating—adding it too early causes bitterness and color loss, while last-second addition preserves its vibrant flavor and bright green appearance.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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