I have won summer pasta recipesIt has both casual and romantic life vibes. The idea of putting simple ingredients together to create a delicious dish is so satisfying – and there’s something so reminiscent of summer about it. And in keeping with the Italian ease and intrigue of these warm weather months, I’ve developed a tomato pasta recipe that’s perfect for the occasion.
At first glance, this dish may look simple to the point of boring – but trust me, it’s not boring at all. After one bite, you’ll be exclaiming about its simple deliciousness and the beauty it brings to your plate.
The secret? Incorporating three kinds of tomatoes into the sauce. Favorite Jar of Marinara By using three different tomatoes we are creating flavors and textures that combine into the most amazing and delicious sauce ever. Get ready, your new summer dinner is ready.
Burst Tomato Pasta Ingredients
Pasta. Use whatever shape you prefer, but for this recipe, I use broken up spaghetti or bucatini. A noodle with a lot of texture is also good for helping the sauce stick to the pasta.
Sun dried tomatoes. An underrated tool in any kitchen, sun-dried tomatoes are full of flavor, savory, and delicious. Plus, using the oil from the jar is an added bonus of flavor.
tomato paste. Another essential ingredient to keep on hand, caramelizing tomato paste in a pan adds an umami element. (This recipe is called I do not know anything Factor.)
Fresh Cherry Tomatoes. Summer is finally here. Use the best ones you can find and break them into sweet pieces that balance out the salty flavor of the other ingredients.
onion. Another bite of caramelised sweetness, I prefer shallots to onions, but use what you have available.
Garlic. Tell me a pasta that is incomplete without it. I am waiting.
basil. For a refreshing taste, its herbal flavour along with tomatoes is a must.
Tips for Maximizing Flavor
Although this is a very simple recipe, there are a few small steps you can take to create maximum flavor.
Caramelize the onions and tomato paste. This is a must-do task, it takes a few minutes but it’s well worth the time. Cooking the onions adds a lovely sweetness, and caramelizing the tomato paste until it turns from bright red to brick-red softens its acidity. Doing this step together also helps to mellow out the flavor of these ingredients.
Chop fresh cherry tomatoes. I like to add cherry tomatoes to the sauce just before the pasta is cooked and heat them until they start to burst. To maintain texture in the sauce, I don’t mind keeping the tomatoes mostly whole. However, to balance the flavor, I do crush a few of them by bruising them. This releases some of their sweet flavor and creates a chewy texture.
Serve the sauce with sun-dried tomato oil or butter. Once the sauce is ready, I add a little more oil or butter from the jar of sun-dried tomatoes to make it more smooth and silky. It also adds a warm and toasty flavor to the sauce.
How to Serve Your Burst Tomato Pasta
A simple tomato pasta is never complete without a dusting of Parmesan and crusty bread. Sprinkle fresh basil and some red pepper flakes on top to enhance the flavor and color. Because of its simplicity and ease – not to mention its great presentation – this recipe is perfect for those who love it on the go. Summer entertainmentTo make the meal complete, consider serving these side dishes and salads with your meal.
Perfect Green Salad, Fresh and crisp, with a bright dressing, this salad is easy to make – and I’ve yet to meet a guest who hasn’t asked me for the recipe.
Sesame salad, If you’re looking for a Caesar-esque salad, this creamy sesame salad meets all the requirements.
Grilled Romaine Salad, Grilled romaine is a must for summer al fresco dining.
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Description
An easy, tomato-packed pasta recipe for summer.
- 2 Pasta serving of choice
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 5 , 6 sun-dried tomatoes in oil, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 10 Ounce cherry tomatoes
- For serving: basil, Parmesan, red pepper flakes
- Bring water to a boil in a large stovetop pot. Add pasta and cook according to package directions.
- While the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce. In a large stovetop pan, add 2-3 tablespoons of sun-dried tomato oil. Add the onion, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste. Cook for a few minutes until the tomato paste turns brick red and the onion caramelizes. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they begin to burst.
- Add the pasta water to the tomatoes and cook until the sauce thickens. Finish the sauce with a little sun-dried tomato oil or a slather of butter.
- Add the pasta to the sauce and cook until the sauce coats the noodles.
- Serve hot with desired toppings. Enjoy!
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