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Creamy Burrata Caprese Pasta Recipe Easy Homemade with Fresh Basil and Balsamic Glaze

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A quick and easy creamy pasta dish featuring fresh burrata cheese, cherry tomatoes, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a flavorful twist on classic Caprese.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces (340g) pasta (fusilli or penne recommended)
  • 1 ball (8 ounces / 225g) fresh burrata cheese
  • 1 pint (about 300g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, a pinch)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces (340g) of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (usually 9-11 minutes). Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Add the halved cherry tomatoes (about 1 pint/300g) to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften and start releasing juices, about 5-6 minutes. You want them to become saucy but still hold some shape.
  4. Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup (120ml) of pasta water. Add the pasta to the skillet with tomatoes. Toss to combine.
  5. Reduce heat to low and tear the burrata into chunks. Gently fold the burrata into the pasta, allowing it to melt and coat the noodles. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  6. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want a little heat.
  7. Remove from heat and fold in 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves, torn into pieces. The residual heat will release basil’s aroma without wilting it too much.
  8. Plate the pasta and drizzle with 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze. Finish with a few extra basil leaves for garnish.

Notes

Do not overcook garlic to avoid bitterness. Reserve pasta water to loosen sauce and improve creaminess. Tear basil in at the end to keep it fresh and vibrant. Burrata melts best when torn into smaller pieces. Balsamic glaze adds a sweet tang and balances richness.

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