David Halberstam’s “three-Bowler” Pasta With Tomatoes

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

David Halberstam's flavorful three-Bowler Pasta With Tomatoes recipe

David Halberstam’s “three-Bowler” Pasta With Tomatoes

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 pints grape-sized cherry tomatoes ( red or yellow )
	1/2 cup olive oil
	3 -4 garlic cloves , peeled and quartered
	1/2 bunch fresh basil leaf
	1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
	1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
	1 lb of mullers angel hair pasta

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

692

Sugar

Fat

36g

This pasta dish was created by the late Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Halberstam. It's a simple yet flavorful recipe that combines roasted cherry tomatoes with garlic, basil, and red pepper flakes. The dish is finished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and angel hair pasta, making it a comforting and satisfying meal. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests. The combination of roasted tomatoes, garlic, and basil creates a rich depth of flavor that will satisfy any pasta lover.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2.	In a large baking dish, combine the tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, basil, and red pepper flakes.
3.	Roast the tomato mixture for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are tender and lightly caramelized.
4.	While the tomatoes are roasting, cook the angel hair pasta according to the package directions.
5.	Drain the pasta and toss it with the roasted tomato mixture.
6.	Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top and serve immediately.

PROS

This dish is packed with flavor from the roasted tomatoes, garlic, and basil.

It’s quick and easy to prepare, making it a great weeknight meal.

It’s also vegetarian and can be easily made vegan by omitting the Parmesan cheese.

CONS

This dish is relatively high in calories and fat due to the olive oil and Parmesan cheese.

It’s also high in carbohydrates due to the pasta.

People with a tomato allergy or sensitivity should avoid this dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are high in antioxidants, particularly lycopene, which has been linked to reducing the risk of certain types of cancer and promoting heart health.
Garlic has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and may help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Basil contains essential oils with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.