What goes with bruschetta for dinner?

Pasta! This bruschetta pasta recipes takes your favorite flavors of classic Bruschetta and pairs it with al dente bucatini tossed in an herby balsamic cream sauce. Add homemade garlic bread and serve with a bottle of merlot and dinner is done!

What does bruschetta taste like?

Heaven. A good bruschetta, made with fresh ingredients, is a medley of Mediterranean flavors: bright tomatoes, complex olive oil, fresh garlic, tangy balsamic, and subtly sweet basil. It takes simple ingredients and showcases their delicious flavors in perfect harmony!

What is bruschetta made from?

Bruschetta is made from toasted, olive oil drizzled bread that's rubbed with garlic and topped with a dressing of marinated fresh tomato, garlic, and basil. It's a quick and easy appetizer that's perfect for summer!

Easy 20 Minute Bruschetta Pasta

Name: Bruschetta Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz. bucatini, al dente; 1 pint halved grape tomatoes; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided + more for tossing the pasta; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided; 1/4 cup julienne-cut fresh basil + more for garnish; 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, divided; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 8 oz. fresh mozzarella, optional; Kosher salt; fresh cracked pepper

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This 20-minute bruschetta pasta is a vegetarian meal that’s filled with fresh flavors of ripe tomatoes, tangy balsamic vinegar, garden-fresh basil, and fruity olive oil piled high on top of al dente pasta tossed in a quick herby balsamic cream sauce.

Author: Kylie Lato
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stove Top
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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8 oz. bucatini, al dente
1 pint halved grape tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided + more for tossing the pasta
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided
1/4 cup julienne-cut fresh basil + more for garnish
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, divided
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 cup heavy cream
8 oz. fresh mozzarella, optional
Kosher salt
fresh cracked pepper

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Toss with oil and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, combine tomatoes, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, basil, half the garlic, and large pinch of Kosher salt. Set aside to marinate for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saute pan over medium low heat.
Add the remaining garlic and oregano along with a couple pinches of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently for 1 minute.
Add 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, and heavy cream and stir to combine.
Add al dente pasta along with a couple pinches of salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes over medium heat, tossing frequently until it’s heated through.
Pour marinated tomatoes over the pasta and add fresh mozzarella. Garnish with basil and enjoy!

Notes

Salt your pasta water! Add 2-4 tablespoons of Kosher Salt to your pasta water. This is the first chance you have to season your pasta and it will add more flavor to the overall dish.
Feel free to add veggies or canned beans for extra fiber. Leftover sliced grilled chicken breast will bulk up this pasta with extra protein.

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