Pasta With a Cherry Tomato and Mascarpone Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3
Pasta with a Cherry Tomato and Mascarpone Sauce Recipe
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves , crushed
2 lbs cherry tomatoes
1 onion , finely diced
salt , to taste
2 cups dry pasta ( I use fusilli )
1/4 cup mascarpone cheese
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese , very finely grated
10 fresh basil leaves , finely chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
618
Sugar
9g
Fat
27g
This pasta dish with a cherry tomato and mascarpone sauce is creamy, rich, and full of flavor. It is a great meal for a busy weeknight when you need to put dinner on the table quickly. The tomatoes burst to form a sweet and juicy sauce that combines perfectly with the creamy mascarpone cheese. The pasta is cooked to the perfect al dente, and the fresh basil leaves add a touch of freshness to the dish. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the pasta. Cook according to the package instructions.
2.While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
3.Add cherry tomatoes and onion. Cook until the tomatoes burst and form a sauce for about 10 minutes.
4.Stir in mascarpone cheese followed by Parmesan cheese until melted.
5.Add in fresh basil leaves and salt to taste.
6.Drain pasta and add it to the skillet with tomato and mascarpone sauce, mixing through to combine the pasta with the sauce.
7.Serve hot and garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves if desired.

PROS

This pasta dish is quick and easy to make and can be easily scaled up for larger groups.
It is a versatile dish that can be served as a main meal or as a side dish.
It is creamy and rich in flavor and is sure to please anyone with a craving for pasta and creamy sauces.

CONS

This recipe can be high in calories and fat due to the use of mascarpone cheese.
For a lighter dish, you can substitute with reduced-fat cream cheese or Greek yogurt.
Also, this recipe may not be suitable for someone who is lactose intolerant due to the use of cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are a great source of lycopene, an antioxidant that helps in reducing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and certain types of cancer. Basil is rich in vitamin K and also contains antioxidants that may help protect against aging, infections, and cancer. Pasta is a great source of carbohydrates, which is important for providing energy for the body.

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