Basil Pasta with Tomatoes and Feta Recipe

Name: Basil Pasta with Tomatoes and Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups basil fresh; 1 clove garlic chopped; 2 large eggs beaten; 1/2 teaspoon olive oil; 1 1/2 cups flour, unbleached all-purpose; 1 pinch salt; 1 clove garlic split; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 each tomatoes skinned, and chopped; ⅓ cup vermouth dry; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1 x salt and black pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons basil fresh, chopped; 6 ounces feta cheese crumbled

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups basil fresh
1 clove garlic chopped
2 large eggs beaten
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups flour, unbleached all-purpose
1 pinch salt
1 clove garlic split
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 each tomatoes skinned, and chopped
⅓ cup vermouth dry
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 x salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons basil fresh, chopped
6 ounces feta cheese crumbled

1
To make the pasta, puree the basil with the garlic in a food processor.
2
Add the eggs and the oil, and process to blend.
3
Add the flour and the salt and process until a ball of dough forms in the center of the processor.
4
It should be very stiff.
5
If it is too gummy, process with a bit more flour.
6
If it's too dry, add a drop of water.
7
Knead the dough on a floured board for 5 minutes, cover loosely with plastic and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
8
Roll the pasta to 18 inch thickness with a pasta machine or a rolling pin on a floured board and cut into fettuccine.
9
Bring a large pot of salted water to a vigorous boil while you prepare the sauce.
10
For the sauce, saute the garlic in olive oil over high heat for 30 seconds.
11
Add the tomatoes and vermouth, boil until the alcohol has evaporated.
12
Season to taste with cayenne, salt and pepper.
13
Toss in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves and cook 20 seconds more.
14
Remove the garlic from the sauce.
15
Boil the pasta for 2 minutes in the pot of water.
16
Drain well.
17
Add to the hot sauce and toss with the feta cheese.

498

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups basil fresh, 1 clove garlic chopped, 2 large eggs beaten, 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Basil Pasta with Tomatoes and Feta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Basil Pasta with Tomatoes and Feta

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Variations & substitutions

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