Pasta with cherry tomatoes, basil, and burrata creates a creamy, flavorful dish perfect for summer.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 oz short pasta, such as fusilli, penne, or farfalle
02 - Salt, for pasta water
→ Vegetables & Herbs
03 - 14 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
06 - 1 small bunch fresh basil, leaves picked
→ Dairy
07 - 2 large balls burrata cheese (about 3.5 oz each)
08 - 2 oz grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
→ Seasoning
09 - Freshly ground black pepper
10 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/3 cup pasta water and drain pasta.
02 - While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic slices and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes begin to burst and soften. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
04 - Add drained pasta to the skillet with tomatoes. Toss to combine, incorporating reserved pasta water for a silky texture.
05 - Remove skillet from heat. Stir in half the basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
06 - Divide pasta among serving plates. Tear burrata balls and place pieces atop each portion.
07 - Garnish with remaining basil leaves, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt and black pepper.
