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Roasted Tomato Pasta with Creamy Garlic & Basil Sauce

An easy and elegant Roasted Tomato Pasta recipe featuring slow-roasted cherry tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil blended into a luxuriously creamy sauce. The ultimate comfort food dinner, packed with incredible, deep flavor and perfect for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pints cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 5 cloves garlic left whole
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lb pasta such as fusilli, penne, or spaghetti
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream use coconut milk for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Blender or Immersion Blender
  • 1 Large Pot

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a large baking sheet, toss the cherry tomatoes and whole garlic cloves with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Arrange in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes, until the tomatoes have burst and are caramelized.
  2. While the tomatoes roast, bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water.
  3. Transfer the roasted tomatoes, garlic, and all juices from the baking sheet to a blender. Add the heavy cream and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a small amount of the reserved pasta water until it reaches the desired consistency.
  4. Pour the creamy tomato sauce over the drained pasta in the pot. Stir over low heat for 1-2 minutes until the pasta is thoroughly coated. Stir in the fresh chopped basil.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves. Enjoy your homemade roasted tomato pasta!

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalProtein: 20gFat: 25gFiber: 6g

Notes

Tip 1: For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of tomato paste to the blender.
Tip 2: Don't overcrowd the tomatoes on the baking sheet to ensure they roast properly instead of steaming.
Tip 3: The starchy pasta water is essential for creating a smooth, emulsified sauce that clings perfectly to the noodles.
Keyword creamy tomato pasta,easy pasta recipe,roasted tomato pasta

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