Description
Creamy Tomato Burrata Pasta made with fresh burrata cheese, ripe tomatoes, and silky pasta. Quick, comforting, and sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) pasta (pappardelle, fettuccine, or spaghetti work beautifully)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 cans (28 oz/800g total) San Marzano tomatoes, crushed
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup (25g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz (225g) burrata cheese (2 medium balls)
- Fresh basil leaves, torn
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Base Begin by heating olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until translucent but not browned. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for another 30-60 seconds until fragrant. This aromatic foundation will infuse the entire Creamy Tomato Burrata Pasta with flavor.
- Step 2: Develop the Sauce Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and sugar to the skillet, stirring to combine. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should reduce slightly and develop a deeper flavor. For a smoother texture, you can blend with an immersion blender or leave it chunky for a more rustic tomato burrata sauce.
- Step 3: Cook the Pasta While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil. Add your pasta of choice and cook until just shy of al dente (about 1-2 minutes less than package directions). Before draining, reserve 1 cup of the starchy pasta water. This reserved water is essential for achieving the perfect sauce consistency.
- Step 4: Create the Creamy Finish Reduce the heat under your tomato sauce to low and stir in the heavy cream and butter, whisking until fully incorporated and silky. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed – the sauce should be vibrant with a perfect balance of acidity and richness.
- Step 5: Combine and Serve Add the drained pasta directly to the sauce, tossing gently to coat each strand. Add splashes of reserved pasta water as needed until the sauce perfectly coats the pasta with a silky consistency. Transfer your Creamy Tomato Burrata Pasta to serving plates or a large serving bowl, creating a slight well in the center. Place the burrata in the center, drizzle with high-quality olive oil, sprinkle with fresh black pepper, and scatter torn basil leaves over the top. Serve immediately, encouraging everyone to break open the burrata at the table for dramatic effect.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg