PASTA PONZA

Pasta Ponza image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

Butter for greasing
2 cups (12 ounces) red cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
2 cups (12 ounces) yellow cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup capers, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
1/2 cup Italian-style seasoned breadcrumbs
1 pound ziti or other short tube-shaped pasta
1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 ounces) Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter an 8 by 8-inch glass baking dish. Set aside.
Place the tomatoes, capers, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in the prepared baking dish. Toss to coat. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the tomato mixture. Drizzle the top with olive oil and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the top is golden. Cool for 5 minutes.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water.
Place the pasta in a large serving bowl. Spoon the tomato mixture onto the pasta. Add the cheese and toss well. Thin out the sauce with a little pasta water, if needed. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Jean Fermier

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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my sauce turned out watery. I think I might have added too much wine.

Lucy Pilling

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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and red pepper flakes, and it was much better.

Jerimiah Kelley

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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The shrimp, scallops, and tomatoes are all cooked perfectly, and the sauce is creamy and delicious.

Carlita B.

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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The pasta is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is rich and flavorful.

Syed Neloy

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I'm not a fan of seafood, but I loved this dish. The shrimp and scallops were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was amazing.

Susan Portley

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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll try a simpler recipe next time.

Bhupen Mandal

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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I highly recommend it.

Shanaka Perera

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Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. The pasta was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful. However, I think it could have used a bit more spice.