Bucatini Con Burrata Recipe
Make Bucatini Con Burrata Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Finishing
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Bucatini
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the bucatini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
Sauce Preparation
- 2
Sauté the aromatics
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add the tomatoes
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and start to burst.
- 4
Incorporate the pasta
Add the drained bucatini to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a silky sauce. Stir in the chopped basil and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Finishing Touches
- 5
Serve the dish
Divide the pasta among serving plates. Tear the burrata cheese and place it on top of each serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil. Serve immediately.
