Giada’s golden pomodoro is a longtime favorite for good reason: it transforms ultra-sweet canned yellow tomatoes into a velvety, sunshiney sauce that feels both comforting and elegant. We’ve taken this beloved classic and added a savory, golden breadcrumb topping for crispy contrast in every bite. Fresh basil brings a fragrant finish, and fusilli’s spirals are perfect for catching all that luscious sauce. It’s simple, beautiful, and deeply satisfying, just the way a summer pasta should be.

Fusilli with Golden Tomato Pomodoro and Crispy Breadcrumbs
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Fusilli with Golden Tomato Pomodoro and Crispy Breadcrumbs

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Servings

6

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Ingredients

    For The Pasta:

  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 2 cans yellow tomatoes
  • 3 large stems basil, plus more for garnishing
  • 1 teaspoon spicy seasoned salt
  • 1 pound pasta, such as fusilli
  • ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter

    • For The Breadcrumb Topping:

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon spicy salt
  • ¼ cup basil, torn

Instructions

  1. Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and add the yellow tomatoes and their juices to the saucepan. Swish a tablespoon or two of water in each can to release the extra juices and add that to the pan as well. Add the basil and spicy salt, then stir with a wooden spoon to combine. Bring to a simmer and adjust the heat to maintain a simmer.

  2. Cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Use a wooden spoon to lightly crush the yellow tomatoes against the sides of the pot to break them down slightly. Remove the basil stems and discard.
  3. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta 2 minutes less than the package directions. Using a pasta spider, strain the pasta from the water and add directly into the pan with sauce. Add the butter and 1/2 cup of pasta water, if needed, and continue to cook until the sauce is creamy and the pasta is al dente.
  4. For the breadcrumbs, in a medium skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the panko and cook, stirring occasionally and then more frequently, until the crumbs are golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the salt.
  5. Top the pasta evenly with the breadcrumbs, sprinkle with fresh basil and serve.
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