Roasted Cherry Tomato Fusilli With Breadcrumbs
Servings
6
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
35 minutes
Ingredients
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1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cans peeled red datterini tomatoes, drained (reserve the juices)
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1 1/4 teaspoon spicy seasoned salt, divided*
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1 pound pasta, such as fusilli
- ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, in 1-inch chunks
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- ½ teaspoon spicy salt
- ¼ cup basil, torn, for garnishing
*Chef’s note: If you received the version of the kit with dried oregano, replace the spicy seasoned salt with regular kosher salt. Add 1 teaspoon dried oregano to the tomatoes when adding the salt.
For the Pasta:
For the Breadcrumb Topping:
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the drained datterini tomatoes in an 8x8” baking dish (make sure to set aside the drained tomato juice from the can!). Drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil, sprinkle with the 1 teaspoon spicy salt, and toss together. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, until browning on top and the tomatoes are bursting.
- Meanwhile, make the breadcrumbs. In a medium skillet, heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the panko and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Season with the ½ teaspoon of spicy salt and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fusilli until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain. Move the pasta to a large serving bowl. Add the reserved tomato juices and butter to the pasta, along with another ¼ teaspoon of the spicy salt. Toss until the butter melts and the pasta is coated in a light silky sauce. Add the roasted tomatoes and mix in, then top with the crispy breadcrumbs. Garnish with basil and serve.

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