What we love about this bruschetta pasta
- Obviously bruschetta is a classic Italian flavor combination, making it perfect to pair with pasta. What makes this dish outstanding is the raw elements of the bruschetta sauce, making it extra flavorful with a crisp bite. We’ve added balsamic at the end to really highlight the sweet, fresh flavors of the tomatoes.
- This pasta is amazing when it’s reheated. The vibrant flavors of balsamic and red onion intensify as time goes on, making it extra flavorful. Just add a splash of extra pasta water before storing in an airtight container to help prevent the pasta from drying out!
Here’s what you’ll need to make it
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- Tomatoes
- Fresh basil leaves
- Fresh garlic
- Red onion
- Balsamic vinegar
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How to make this bruschetta pasta
Cook the pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne pasta to al dentè, reserve ½ cup of pasta water then drain and set aside.
Make the bruschetta. While the pasta is cooking, combine bruschetta ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine and set aside until pasta is finished cooking.
Toss with balsamic. Return pasta to the pot with a few tablespoons of pasta water. Add bruschetta, balsamic vinegar and parmesan cheese, stirring until everything is well coated in sauce. Top with additional fresh basil, parmesan cheese and a drizzle of extra balsamic and serve immediately.
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Bruschetta Pasta
Ingredients
- 16 ounces penne pasta
- 8 large ripe tomatoes (diced (about 2 pounds tomatoes))
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (sliced)
- ¼ cup red onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ teaspoon coarse salt
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta, according to package directions, to al dentè. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, drain and set aside.
- Make bruschetta while the pasta cooks. In a large mixing bowl, combined tomatoes, basil, red onion, garlic, salt and pepper. Stir to combine and set aside.
- Return the pasta to the pot with a few tablespoons of pasta water. Add bruschetta, balsamic vinegar and parmesan cheese, stirring to combine and coat pasta with sauce.
- Garnish with additional shredded parmesan cheese and sliced basil leaves.
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This was a great recipe and so easy to make! The whole family thought it was really flavorful and the red onion and balsamic gave it a flavorful kick. We will be making this again!