Blistered Tomato, Basil and Goat Cheese Pasta

Name: Blistered Tomato, Basil and Goat Cheese Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds Pasta, Whatever You Like; 1 pound Cherry Or Grape Tomatoes; 1/2 cups Basil Shredded; 1/2 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Rosemary, Chopped; 1 teaspoon Garlic, Chopped; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper, Freshly Ground; 1 package Goat Cheese, 8 Oz

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Put up a large pot with plenty of cold salted water for the pasta.
3
In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes with the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, rosemary, garlic, salt and pepper.
4
Toss to coat the cherry tomatoes.
5
Empty the entire contents of the bowl onto a rimmed cookie sheet.
6
This is gonna get juicy, so you definitely want a rimmed cookie sheet to catch the juices.
7
If you dont have one, use any dish you have that will allow the cherry tomatoes to lay in a single layer.
8
Bake for 25 minutes, tossing the tomatoes after 12 minutes so they dont get stuck.
9
They will blister and pop.
10
In the meantime, cook your pasta according to package instructions.
11
Tear/chop your basil, set aside.
12
You want LOTS of basil.
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It adds a gorgeous freshness.
14
When the tomatoes are done, toss them with the basil, reserving some basil for presentation.
15
Mix about half of the tomato/basil mix with about 1/3 of the pasta.
16
When ready to plate, put some plain pasta on the plate.
17
Cover with some of the pasta that has been mixed with the tomato/basil mix.
18
Crumble some goat cheese over the top and add some more fresh basil.
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Serve immediately.
20
ENJOY!

1343

kcal

Calories

Fat

175

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds Pasta, Whatever You Like, 1 pound Cherry Or Grape Tomatoes, 1/2 cups Basil Shredded, 1/2 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and more.

Yes, Blistered Tomato, Basil and Goat Cheese Pasta 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!