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Baked Burrata and Tomato Pasta

A delightful dish combining cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata, and fragrant herbs baked with pasta for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tomato Mixture
  • 450 g cherry tomatoes Bursting with sweetness and vibrant color
  • 5 cloves garlic Adding an aromatic depth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves Plus extra to serve, infusing a fragrant note
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil Drizzling upon everything for richness
  • 2 teaspoons flaky salt Enhancing all flavors
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper Providing a gentle warmth
Pasta and Cheese
  • 250 g dried pasta Of your choice, serving as the hearty base
  • 125-150 g burrata cheese Creamy and decadent
  • to serve grated parmesan Adding a salty, nutty finish
  • a handful fresh basil leaves Plus extra to serve, offering a refreshing lift

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C fan) and grab a small ovenproof dish or an oven tray.
  2. In the dish, add the cherry tomatoes, crushed garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of thyme leaves, 1 teaspoon of flaky salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 4 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Make a small hole in the center of the tomatoes and place the burrata cheese there. Drizzle another tablespoon of olive oil over the burrata.
  4. Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and roast for 25 minutes.
Cooking Pasta
  1. While the tomatoes and burrata are roasting, boil a large pot of well-salted water (about 2 tablespoons of salt) and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, around 10 minutes.
  2. Scoop out 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
Combining
  1. Once roasted, press down on the tomatoes, garlic, and burrata with a fork to create a creamy sauce.
  2. Add the drained pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water to the oven dish and toss until all pasta is coated.
Serving
  1. Transfer the pasta to serving bowls, topping with remaining thyme, basil, drizzling with olive oil, and finishing with black pepper and grated parmesan.
  2. Enjoy the dish while warm!

Notes

For a smoky flavor, add red pepper flakes before roasting. Substitute burrata with mozzarella or ricotta if unavailable. Experiment with different pasta shapes for best sauce adherence. Lemon zest can brighten up the flavors when serving.