Creamy pasta with burrata cheese and cherry tomatoes

Main Dish
Very Easy
22 min
709 Kcal

A delicious first course that, once you’ve tried it, you’ll want to make again and again. Especially in summer! Creamy pasta with burrata and cherry tomatoes is a recipe to keep on hand for whenever you’re in the mood for something delicious without spending much time at the stove. First, make a sauce with the cherry tomatoes, then blend it with the burrata, grated Parmesan and a few basil leaves. The result is a well-balanced cream that combines perfectly with the pasta. We used large spaghetti, but you can also choose short pasta shapes. Follow the step-by-step instructions to make a quick and tasty first course, and let us know in the comments what you think of our pasta with burrata and cherry tomatoes.

Ingredients

2

Materials

  • Cutting board
  • colander
  • pot
  • frying pan
  • Blender

Preparation

Preparation12 min
Cook time10 min
  • Creamy pasta with burrata cheese and cherry tomatoes - Preparation step 1Clean the garlic clove and fry it for a few minutes with olive oil, then add the halved cherry tomatoes.
  • Creamy pasta with burrata cheese and cherry tomatoes - Preparation step 2Cover with a lid and cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Creamy pasta with burrata cheese and cherry tomatoes - Preparation step 3Meanwhile, cook the pasta in plenty of boiling salted water.
  • Creamy pasta with burrata cheese and cherry tomatoes - Preparation step 4When the cherry tomato sauce is ready, pour it into the blender (including the garlic). Add the chopped burrata, basil, a sprinkle of pepper and grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Creamy pasta with burrata cheese and cherry tomatoes - Preparation step 5Blend well until smooth and creamy.
  • Creamy pasta with burrata cheese and cherry tomatoes - Preparation step 6Now pour the cream into the pan used to make the sauce, then add the al dente pasta and mix well.
  • Creamy pasta with burrata cheese and cherry tomatoes - Preparation step 7Garnish with a few basil leaves and a little of the burrata filling, if any is left. The creamy pasta with burrata and cherry tomatoes is ready!

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FAQ ❓

Can I store creamy pasta with burrata and cherry tomatoes?

We recommend eating it hot as soon as it’s ready to make the most of its creamy texture. However, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one day. To reheat it, toss it in a pan with a little water so it becomes creamy again.
For pasta with cherry tomatoes and burrata, we recommend using spaghettoni, as we did. If you prefer, you can also use short pasta such as fusilli, paccheri, mezzi rigatoni or tortiglioni.
Yes. You can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one day. Before using it, pour it into a pan and thin it with a little pasta cooking water if needed.
You can also make this creamy sauce with Philadelphia cream cheese. For 6.3 oz of cherry tomatoes, use at least 3.2 oz of cream cheese.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 709Kcal
  • Carbo: 65g
  • Total fat: 35.7g
  • Saturated fat: 17.9g
  • Proteins: 21.2g
  • Fibers: 4.7g
  • Sugar: 6g
  • ProPoints: 18
  • SmartPoints: 25
Nutritional information for 1 serving (308g)

Cookware

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Attributes

Keep refrigerated
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Daniele MainieriDaniele Mainieri
Every day, I dive into the world of food and wine with curiosity, always looking for new flavours, recipes and inspiring discoveries to share. From traditional family dishes to the latest food trends, including pairings that make all the difference. I’ve been working in food & wine communication for over 10 years and I’m currently the Editorial Manager for the Italian edition of Petitchef.

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