Cavatelli Con Pomodoro Recipe
Cavatelli pasta with a sauce of butter, cream, mushrooms, and fresh tomato.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Cook the Pasta
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
- 2
Add cavatelli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes.
- 3
Drain and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water.
Prepare the Sauce
- 4
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until butter is melted.
- 5
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
- 7
Add diced fresh tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until tomatoes break down slightly.
- 8
Stir in heavy cream and reserved pasta water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Combine and Serve
- 9
Add cooked cavatelli to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for 1–2 more minutes until heated through.
- 10
Remove from heat and stir in chopped basil.
- 11
Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
