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Roasted Tomato Garlic Pasta

Roasted Tomato Garlic Pasta
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Roasted Tomato Garlic Pasta is a comforting and sophisticated dish featuring sweet, slow-roasted tomatoes and mellow garlic combined with perfectly cooked pasta. This simple yet flavorful recipe uses pantry staples and comes together in under 40 minutes, making it ideal for quick weeknight dinners or impressive meals for guests. The roasted tomato and garlic sauce delivers a rich, robust flavor without heaviness, and the dish can be easily customized to suit any dietary preference or mood.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh ripe tomatoes, halved
  • 1 whole bulb garlic, cloves separated and peeled
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 12 ounces pasta (spaghetti, penne, or your choice)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

Instructions

  1. Roast the Tomatoes and Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the halved tomatoes and whole garlic cloves lightly with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet and roast for about 25 minutes, until the tomatoes are softened, caramelized, and the garlic is golden and fragrant.
  2. Cook the Pasta: While the tomatoes and garlic roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
  3. Blend the Sauce: Once roasting is complete, gently squeeze the softened garlic out of their skins and transfer both garlic and roasted tomatoes to a blender or food processor. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water and blend until smooth but still slightly textured.
  4. Combine and Toss: Return the blended sauce to the pan and gently warm it over low heat. Toss in the drained pasta, adding more pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce so it coats the noodles evenly. Finish by stirring in the torn fresh basil and drizzling with the remaining olive oil.

Notes

  • Choose ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best sauce flavor.
  • Roasting garlic softens its sharpness and creates a creamy texture.
  • Reserve pasta cooking water as its starch helps bind sauce to pasta.
  • Add fresh herbs at the end to brighten the dish.
  • Taste and adjust salt and pepper after roasting for perfect seasoning balance.

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Keywords: roasted tomato pasta, garlic pasta, easy pasta recipe, vegan pasta, quick dinner, comfort food, Italian pasta

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