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Roasted Tomato Garlic Pasta

Savory Roasted Tomato Garlic Pasta That Dazzles Your Tastebuds

A simple yet stunning Roasted Tomato Garlic Pasta that highlights the natural sweetness of cherry tomatoes and the richness of roasted garlic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Use ripe tomatoes for optimal flavor.
  • 1 whole Garlic Do not substitute with powdered garlic for best results.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil if preferred.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional; adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to personal taste; kosher salt preferred.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to personal taste.
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Spaghetti is commonly used; gluten-free or whole wheat substitutes can be used.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Substitute with parsley if basil is unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can be swapped with nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
  • Balsamic Vinegar Optional; omit if not desired.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes, then toss them in a mixing bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Slice the top off the head of garlic, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and wrap in aluminum foil.
  4. Spread the seasoned tomatoes on the baking sheet around the garlic and roast for 25-30 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, bring salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  6. Remove roasted garlic, squeeze into a mixing bowl, and mash it together with the tomatoes.
  7. Mix the tomato and garlic mixture with the cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
  8. Fold in torn basil leaves and adjust seasoning as needed.
  9. Serve the pasta warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Keep an eye on the tomatoes and garlic while roasting to ensure they blister but do not burn. Don’t rinse cooked pasta to maintain the starchy residue that helps the sauce cling.

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