Poretti Recipe
Make Poretti 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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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnishes
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water.
Preparing the Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until they soften and start to burst.
- 6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the pot with the tomatoes. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to achieve desired sauce consistency.
- 7
Season
Add salt, black pepper, and fresh basil leaves. Toss again to combine, allowing the basil to wilt slightly.
Serving
- 8
Plate the Dish
Serve the Poretti in bowls, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and optional garnishes like red pepper flakes and lemon zest.
- 9
Enjoy
Enjoy your delicious Poretti pasta dish!
