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Pasta in the Sun

A delightful dish featuring al dente pasta, creamy burrata cheese, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, making it a perfect family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 300 g pasta (penne, spaghetti, or farfalle) Your favorite type of pasta
  • 200 g burrata cheese Creamy and delicious
  • 100 g sun-dried tomatoes Chopped
  • 50 g pine nuts Lightly toasted for flavor
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin for the best taste
  • 1 handful fresh basil Chopped
  • Salt and Pepper To taste

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Start by boiling salted water in a large pot. Add your pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Don’t forget to reserve a cup of pasta water before draining!
Toasting the Pine Nuts
  1. While your pasta is cooking, heat a small pan over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast them until golden brown, which should take about 3-5 minutes. Keep an eye on them; they can burn quickly!
Combining Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, and olive oil. Toss well to ensure everything is coated. If needed, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to achieve your desired consistency.
Final Touches
  1. Gently tear the burrata and mix it into the pasta. Add fresh basil, salt, and pepper to taste, and toss again.
Serving
  1. Plate the dish, sprinkle toasted pine nuts on top, and maybe add a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy your delicious Pasta in the Sun right away!

Notes

You can easily switch up the burrata cheese with a halal-friendly alternative like ricotta. Keep an eye on your pasta to avoid overcooking. Skipping the pine nuts might leave your dish flat. Got leftovers? Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.