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Irresistible Roasted Tomato Pasta

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A rich, velvety roasted tomato pasta dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fancy date night. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds fresh plum or cherry tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, sliced or minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 12 ounces spaghetti or pasta of choice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Optional add-ins: baby spinach, kalamata olives, or capers

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and dry the tomatoes, then slice them in half. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle the tomatoes generously with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add the sliced garlic over the tomatoes. Roast for 25-30 minutes until soft, juicy, and slightly caramelized.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
  5. Let the roasted tomatoes cool slightly, then blend them along with the roasted garlic and any juices from the baking sheet until smooth. For a chunkier sauce, pulse a few times instead of fully blending.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the roasted tomato sauce, adding a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed. Mix until the pasta is evenly coated.
  7. Serve the pasta in bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, and a drizzle of olive oil. Add extra red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

Roasting the tomatoes adds incredible depth of flavor. Save pasta water to achieve a silky sauce. Double the batch and freeze the sauce for future meals.

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Keywords: roasted tomato pasta, vegetarian pasta, meat-free dinner, quick pasta recipe, Italian comfort food

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