Loved the simplicity yet bold flavors of this pasta.
Ingredients:
4
cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes, divided
8 tbsp. extra
virgin olive oil, divided
Kosher salt
Pinch of sugar
2 cloves garlic, pressed
1 tbsp. red wine
vinegar
1/4 tsp. red pepper
flakes
1 lb. pasta
1/4 cup store bought marinara
1 cup fresh
mozzarella, cubed
1/4 cup Parmesan,
finely grated
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or coarsely chopped
Directions:
Heat the oven to 350˚ F. On a lined cookie sheet, combine 3 cups of the halved tomatoes with 2 tablespoons of the
olive oil. Season with kosher salt and a pinch of sugar. Toss well, then
transfer to the oven to roast, stirring a few times. Cook 45-60 minutes, until
the tomatoes are shriveled and beginning to brown or blacken. Cool to room
temperature.
Place the
remaining cup of tomatoes in a small bowl. Season well with salt and toss to
combine. Set aside.
Make the vinaigrette. Add the
garlic and the vinegar to a liquid measuring cup. Let stand for 10 minutes. Add
in 1/2 cup of the roasted tomatoes, the red pepper flakes, store bought marinara, and the
remaining 6 tablespoons of olive oil. Season generously with kosher salt and
freshly ground pepper. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth.
Bring a
large pot of salted water to boil for the pasta.
Once the pasta water comes to a
boil, add the pasta and cook according to the package directions until al
dente. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
Stir in the
vinaigrette, fresh tomatoes, remaining roasted tomatoes, Parmesan, mozzarella, and the basil. Mix until evenly combined. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt
and pepper as needed. Top each bowl with additional mozzarella and fresh basil.
Source: Annies Eats
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