Pasta With Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Basil |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 55 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Add cooked shredded chicken, grilled shrimp or scallops to this dish to make it more substantial. Grape tomatoes can also be substituted. Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs cherry tomatoes or 1 1/2 lbs grape tomatoes, halved |
4 garlic cloves, minced |
1/2 cup breadcrumbs, fresh french bread may be used |
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated |
1/4 cup olive oil |
1/2 cup fresh basil, finely chopped |
1 lb penne pasta or 1 lb fusilli |
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. Put the tomato halves in a large baking dish that can be brought to the table.
3. In a small bowl, combine the garlic, bread crumbs, cheese, salt, and pepper; spoon over tomatoes; spoon olive oil evenly over mixture.
4. Roast the tomatoes for 30-35 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly, browned, and slightly thickened.
5. In a large pot of salted water, cook the pasta for about 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain well.
6. Add the pasta to the tomato mixture in the baking dish.
7. Add the basil and toss to combine.
8. Serve immediately.
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