Jul 13 2026
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Tomato Basil Bucatini Recipe

Inspired by The Daily Planet
Time30m
Serves4

imported Italian pasta, zucchini, grilled artichokes, cherry tomatoes, tomato basil cream sauce, green olive tapenade, parmesan, served with toasted sourdough baguette

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Ingredients

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Pasta and Vegetables

Tapenade

Bread

Method

Cooking the Pasta and Vegetables

  1. 1

    Cook the Bucatini

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bucatini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add a teaspoon of olive oil. Slice the zucchini into half-moons and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until tender. Add the grilled artichokes and cherry tomatoes, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes begin to blister.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 3

    Mix Pasta with Vegetables

    Add the cooked bucatini pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Pour in the tomato basil cream sauce and toss gently to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld.

  2. 4

    Prepare for Serving

    Remove from heat and stir in half of the parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serving

  1. 5

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the pasta in bowls, topped with the remaining parmesan cheese and a dollop of green olive tapenade. Slice the sourdough baguette and toast it, serving on the side.

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