Pasta with stracciatella and creamy tomato: the first course ready in 10 minutes

Name: Pasta with stracciatella and creamy tomato: the first course ready in 10 minutes
Prep time: 1 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 7 oz pasta (mezze maniche or other short pasta); ½ cup stracciatella cheese; 1 cup tomato purée; 4 fresh basil leaves; 1 garlic clove; Grated Parmesan cheese to taste; Salt to taste; Olive oil to taste

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Main Dish

Very Easy

13 min

Looking for a quick pasta recipe that's packed with flavor? This pasta with stracciatella is the perfect combination of comfort and freshness! Tender pasta is coated in a fragrant tomato sauce infused with basil, then topped with creamy stracciatella that melts beautifully into every bite. The contrast between the warm sauce and the delicate cheese creates an irresistibly silky texture that feels both simple and indulgent. Ready in just minutes, it's an easy Italian-inspired dish that's perfect for busy days when you want something delicious, satisfying, and full of summer flavors.

Ingredients

7 oz pasta (mezze maniche or other short pasta)
½ cup stracciatella cheese
1 cup tomato purée
4 fresh basil leaves
1 garlic clove
Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Salt to taste
Olive oil to taste

Materials

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Preparation

Preparation1 min

Cook time12 min

Brown a clove of garlic in extra virgin olive oil, then add tomato sauce and stir.
Add fresh basil, cover and cook the sauce over a gentle heat for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cook the pasta in plenty of salted water following the times indicated on the package.
Remove the garlic, drain the pasta al dente directly into the tomato sauce and mix well.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until creamy and smooth.
Spread the pasta on the plates and add the fresh stracciatella.
Top with fresh basil and serve immediately.

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FAQ ❓

How do you make pasta with stracciatella extra creamy?

Add the stracciatella just before serving and gently toss it with the hot pasta. The residual heat will create a rich, creamy sauce.

What pasta shape is best for stracciatella and tomato pasta?

Mezze maniche are ideal, but rigatoni, paccheri, tortiglioni, penne, and fusilli also work well because they hold the sauce beautifully.

Can you make the tomato sauce ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the sauce up to a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.

What can you add to enhance the flavor?

Try adding Taggiasca olives, capers, or anchovies for a richer, more savory flavor.

How do you store leftover pasta with stracciatella?

Store the pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. For the best texture, keep the stracciatella separate and add it after reheating.

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Keep refrigerated

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Every day I immerse myself in the world of cooking, looking for new recipes and flavors to share: from grandma's dish to the latest food trends. I have been working in food communication for over 10 years!

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