Spaghettini With Roasted Heirloom Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Spaghettini With Roasted Heirloom Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 medium sized heirloom tomatoes of your choice (about 3 cups if using cherry tomatoes); salt to taste; 4 tablespoons bread crumbs; 2 large cloves garlic, minced; 4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 anchovy fillet, finely chopped (optional); 3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped; 2 pounds spaghettini; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon crushed chili pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped for garnish; freshly ground black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

4 medium sized heirloom tomatoes of your choice (about 3 cups if using cherry tomatoes)
salt to taste
4 tablespoons bread crumbs
2 large cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 anchovy fillet, finely chopped (optional)
3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
2 pounds spaghettini
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed chili pepper flakes
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped for garnish
freshly ground black pepper to taste

1
Wash and dry tomatoes, and cut into cubes (cut in half if using cherry tomatoes).
2
On a lightly oiled baking sheet, lay out tomatos (cut side up if using cherry type) and sprinkle with salt, set aside.
3
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
4
In a small bowl mix together the bread crumbs, garlic, parmesan cheese, olive oil, chopped anchovy if using, and 3 tablespoons of basil.
5
Top chopped tomatoes with breadcrumb mixture and bake for 30 minutes.
6
In the meantime cook spaghettini as per package directions.
7
When pasta is cooked al dente, drain and then return to pot, add butter, parsley, oregano and chili pepper flakes and mix together.
8
Serve spaghettini immediately in individual bowls, topping each plate with 1/4 of the tomato mixture and garnishing with a pinch of chopped basil and freshly ground black pepper.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 medium sized heirloom tomatoes of your choice (about 3 cups if using cherry tomatoes), salt to taste, 4 tablespoons bread crumbs, 2 large cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Spaghettini With Roasted Heirloom Tomatoes 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!

Spaghettini With Roasted Heirloom Tomatoes

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