Fusilli With Roasted Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Fusilli With Roasted Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil, divided; 6 large tomatoes (about 3 1/2 pounds), cored, cut in half crosswise, and seeded; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 3 1/2 cups hot cooked long fusilli (about 8 ounces uncooked pasta); 1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated fresh Parmesan cheese; Basil sprigs (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil, divided
6 large tomatoes (about 3 1/2 pounds), cored, cut in half crosswise, and seeded
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 1/2 cups hot cooked long fusilli (about 8 ounces uncooked pasta)
1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated fresh Parmesan cheese
Basil sprigs (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
2
Brush a jelly roll pan or shallow roasting pan with 1 tablespoon oil. Arrange tomatoes in a single layer, cut sides down, in pan. Arrange crushed garlic around tomatoes; sprinkle tomatoes with thyme and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
3
Bake at 400u00b0 for 30 minutes; drain juices from pan. Bake an additional 30 minutes. Remove tomatoes from pan; cool slightly. Discard juice and crushed garlic. Peel and coarsely chop tomatoes.
4
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add chopped garlic, and cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add chopped tomatoes and basil, and cook 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Add pasta, and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese; garnish with basil sprigs, if desired.

310

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Protein

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil, divided, 6 large tomatoes (about 3 1/2 pounds), cored, cut in half crosswise, and seeded, 3 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, and more.

Yes, Fusilli With Roasted Tomato Sauce 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!

Fusilli With Roasted Tomato Sauce

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