Creamy Burrata Pasta
This Creamy Burrata Pasta recipe is the perfect meal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With a base of cherry tomatoes, garlic cloves, and fresh basil leaves, it creates a creamy texture and a burst of flavor in every bite. Made with simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store, this dish comes together in about 40 minutes. The addition of creamy burrata cheese takes this pasta sauce to a whole new level, making it a huge hit for pasta lovers. Pair it with fresh Italian bread and a drizzle of olive oil for the perfect meal.
Burrata pasta is best enjoyed hot and fresh, however leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. It should be reheated slowly and you can add a splash of water to help loosen the sauce if needed. I don’t recommend freezing this particular dish.
Burrata cheese is a ball of fresh mozzarella cheese on the outside that is stuffed with small pieces of cheese and heavy cream or clotted cream on the inside. When cut open, the inside contents spill out giving a delicious, rich, creamy addition to anything on which it is served.
Burrata Pasta makes a great vegetarian dish on its own, however you can also serve it with cooked chicken, shrimp or meatballs for extra protein. Garlic bread, breadsticks or rolls are a great side for this dish and can be used to soak up any extra sauce and cheese. It is also delicious when served alongside a green salad for a light side. No matter how it is served, this is the perfect dinner.
Spaghetti → Try penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine for different pasta dishes.
Burrata cheese → Replace with fresh mozzarella cheese.
Italian seasoning → Use fresh herbs like oregano, thyme, or rosemary.
Stewed tomatoes → Substitute with roasted tomatoes or grape tomatoes for a more rustic flavor.
Butter → Swap with extra virgin olive oil for a lighter option.
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Yes, grilled chicken, shrimp, or even chickpeas pair wonderfully with this sauce.
Ingredient Notes
- Salted butter – Adds a rich base flavor to the pasta sauce.
- Shallots – Their subtle sweetness balances the acidity of the tomatoes.
- Cherry tomatoes – Provide a fresh burst of flavor when cooked.
- Kosher salt – Enhances the natural flavors of the dish.
- Italian seasoning – Brings classic Southern Italy–inspired herbs to the pasta.
- Italian-style stewed tomatoes – Create a hearty and flavorful sauce with minimal effort.
- Hot water – Helps loosen the sauce and cooks the pasta evenly.
- Spaghetti – Best cooked al dente according to package instructions.
- Fresh basil leaves – Add freshness and aroma to the warm pasta.
- Burrata cheese – The star of the recipe, offering creamy and rich flavor.
- Fresh tomatoes & basil (optional garnish) – For a colorful and fresh presentation.
Creamy Burrata Pasta Recipe
- In a large stockpot or dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add in the minced shallot and saute until golden and softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in the cherry tomatoes, salt and Italian seasoning and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes or until the skins of the tomatoes begin to slide off.
- Stir in the Italian-style stewed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a low boil. Be sure to stir frequently. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Using a potato masher or large serving spoon, gently crush all the tomatoes into large pieces.
- Add in the hot water and stir well. Increase heat and bring the mixture to a boil, about 2 minutes. Once boiling, add in the spaghetti. Depending on the size of your pan, you may need to break the spaghetti in half to make it fit. Stir well until the spaghetti is completely covered in sauce and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the spaghetti is nearly softened completely. Mix in the chopped basil and continue to simmer for 1-2 minutes or until the spaghetti has reached your desired texture and the sauce has thickened.
- Move the spaghetti and sauce to a serving platter, if desired. Top with the Burrata cheese and slice open just before serving.
- Serve hot with fresh basil and tomatoes, optional.
Creamy Burrata Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon salted butter
- 2 shallots minced
- 10 oz cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 43.5 oz Italian style stewed tomatoes undrained (3 – 14.5oz cans)
- 2 cups hot water
- 16 oz package spaghetti
- ⅓ cup fresh lightly packed basil, chopped (measure then chop)
- 8 oz Burrata cheese
- Fresh basil optional garnish
- Fresh tomatoes optional garnish
Instructions
- In a large stockpot or dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add in the minced shallot and saute until golden and softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in the cherry tomatoes, salt and Italian seasoning and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes or until the skins of the tomatoes begin to slide off.
- Stir in the Italian-style stewed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a low boil. Be sure to stir frequently. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Using a potato masher or large serving spoon, gently crush all the tomatoes into large pieces. Add in the hot water and stir well. Increase heat and bring the mixture to a boil, about 2 minutes.
- Once boiling, add in the spaghetti. Depending on the size of your pan, you may need to break the spaghetti in half to make it fit.
- Stir well until the spaghetti is completely covered in sauce and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the spaghetti is nearly softened completely. Mix in the chopped basil and continue to simmer for 1-2 minutes or until the spaghetti has reached your desired texture and the sauce has thickened.
- Move the spaghetti and sauce to a serving platter, if desired. Top with the Burrata cheese and slice open just before serving.
- Serve hot with fresh basil and tomatoes, optional.
Nutrition
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This was fabulous! Great sauce, creamy Burrata and easy to prepare. My fussy kids asked for seconds. I have 1 that hates pasta and the other hates red sauce. This one is definitely a keeper