BURST CHERRY TOMATO PASTA

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Smashing some of the tomatoes as they cook helps create a chunky sauce, while others stay whole for juicy surprises in every bite.

Provided by Molly Baz

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Pasta     Tomato     Parmesan     Basil     Garlic     Summer     Vegetarian     Soy Free     Tree Nut Free     Peanut Free     Quick & Easy     Kid-Friendly

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
6 garlic cloves, smashed
2½ lb. cherry tomatoes (about 4 pints)
2 large sprigs basil, plus 1 cup basil leaves, torn if large
¾ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1½ tsp. kosher salt, plus more
Pinch of sugar (optional)
12 oz. casarecce or other medium-size pasta
1 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about ½ cup), plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Heat ½ cup oil in a large heavy pot over low. Add garlic and cook, stirring often with a wooden spoon, until softened but not browned, about 2 minutes.
  • Increase heat to medium and add tomatoes, basil sprigs, red pepper flakes, and 1½ tsp. salt. Cook, stirring to coat, until some of the tomatoes begin to burst and release their juices, about 4 minutes. Smash some but not all of the tomatoes with the spoon to help release their liquid, then continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until a chunky, thickened sauce forms (about half the tomatoes should still be intact), 10-12 minutes. Taste and add sugar if sauce is too tart and add more salt if needed. Pluck out and discard basil sprigs.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente.
  • Drain pasta, add to pot with sauce, and cook, stirring, until coated, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in 1 oz. Parmesan.
  • Divide pasta among bowls; drizzle with oil. Top with more Parmesan and 1 cup basil leaves.

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I've made this pasta dish several times now and it's always a hit. The cherry tomatoes add a beautiful color to the dish and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Thandi Musonda
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This pasta dish was easy to make and the flavor was amazing! I loved the way the cherry tomatoes burst in my mouth.


Amir Nadaf
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pasta dish turned out great! The cherry tomatoes burst in my mouth and the sauce was flavorful and light. I will definitely be making this again.


Kaylei Jones
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This pasta dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could use more seasoning.


Zaib Khokhar
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I've made this pasta dish several times now and it's always a hit. The cherry tomatoes add a beautiful color to the dish and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Sunvir Azam
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This pasta dish was easy to make and the flavor was amazing! I loved the way the cherry tomatoes burst in my mouth.


Kloie Delagarza
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pasta dish turned out great! The cherry tomatoes burst in my mouth and the sauce was flavorful and light. I will definitely be making this again.


Rana Raheem
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This pasta dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could use more seasoning.


Trust Chetachukwu
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I've made this pasta dish several times now and it's always a hit. The cherry tomatoes add a beautiful color to the dish and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Lilymay Maguire
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This pasta dish was easy to make and the flavor was amazing! I loved the way the cherry tomatoes burst in my mouth.


Tristen Vasquez
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pasta dish turned out great! The cherry tomatoes burst in my mouth and the sauce was flavorful and light. I will definitely be making this again.


Mpho Rambuda
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This pasta dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could use more seasoning.


The Ydhrhjf
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I've made this pasta dish several times now and it's always a hit. The cherry tomatoes add a beautiful color to the dish and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Sham Alii Alii alii
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This is my new favorite pasta dish! It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I love the way the cherry tomatoes burst in my mouth.


Cheyanne Stewart
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I made this pasta for my family and they loved it! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was ready in no time. The cherry tomatoes added a burst of sweetness that balanced out the salty Parmesan cheese.


The Motorcycle Ninja
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This pasta dish was so delicious! The cherry tomatoes burst in my mouth and the sauce was flavorful and light. I will definitely be making this again.