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Bucatini Pesto Pasta with Lemon Infused Crumbs & Burst Cherry Tomatoes

This is a tantalizing meal that features the richness of tomato ricotta pesto with the tangy sweetness of balsamic glazed cherry tomatoes. The dish is perfectly balanced with a hint of spice from red pepper flakes and a dash of lemon from panko bread crumbs. It's a delightful dinner option that uses...
3
25 min
TOTAL TIME
573
CALORIES
$1.41
PER SERVING
Bucatini Pesto Pasta with Lemon Infused Crumbs & Burst Cherry Tomatoes
Directions
PASTA
7 min
PREP TIME
18 min
COOK TIME
25 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Cook bucatini pasta per package instructions but reserve a cup of pasta water before straining.
2
Return cooked pasta to the pot and stir in tomato ricotta pesto. Adjust texture using the pasta water.
LEMONY PANKO BREAD CRUMBS
3
While pasta is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat
4
Add in garlic and shallot then saute until it's fragrant.
5
Add panko bread crumbs, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes into the skillet and consistently stir to prevent burning. Once the panko bread crumbs are golden, transfer them to a separate bowl and squeeze the lemon juice over it.
BALSAMIC BURST CHERRY TOMATOES
6
In the same skillet, heat the remaining olive oil on high heat. Once it's hot add cherry tomatoes, sugar, salt and pepper.
7
Cook for 4-5 minutes until the tomatoes start to burst. Just before removing from heat, add balsamic vinegar and stir.
BRINGING IT ALL TOGETHER
8
Combine pasta, burst tomatoes and bread crumbs, then divide among plates.
9
Garnish with shaved romano cheese and fresh basil. Enjoy.
Health Info
Macros
70g
CARBS
24g
FAT
18g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
Frequently Asked Questions
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