Description

This One Pan Triple Tomato Basil Pasta is a vibrant, flavorful dish combining fresh cherry tomatoes, sun dried tomatoes, and rich tomato paste for a robust tomato experience. The bucatini pasta cooks directly in a savory vegetable broth infused with garlic, crushed red pepper, and fresh basil, delivering a simple yet delicious one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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Tomato Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes (packed in olive oil)
1 pint cherry tomatoes
(1) 6 oz can tomato paste

Other Ingredients

8 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1 pound bucatini pasta or thick spaghetti
4 cups vegetable broth
2 1/2 cups water
2 cups fresh basil, thinly sliced (about 3 large handfuls)

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Instructions

Heat and Simmer Tomatoes: Add the olive oil to a large pot or Dutch oven and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the sun dried tomatoes with any remaining oil and the cherry tomatoes, stirring to coat them well. Partially cover and cook for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cherry tomatoes burst and release their juices.
Add Seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, crushed red pepper, black pepper, and salt. Cook this mixture for 2 minutes to build layers of flavor.
Add Pasta and Liquids: Place the bucatini pasta into the pot, then pour in the vegetable broth, water, and tomato paste. Increase the heat to high and use a wooden spoon to gently break up and dissolve the tomato paste evenly into the liquid.
Boil and Cook Pasta: Bring the mixture to a rapid boil. Stir and turn the pasta frequently to keep it from sticking and ensure even cooking. Continue boiling until the pasta is tender and most of the sauce has evaporated, about 14 minutes.
Finish and Rest: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fresh basil. Cover the pot and let the pasta rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the basil to infuse.
Serve: Serve the pasta hot, garnished with extra fresh basil and grated cheese if desired for added richness and flavor.

Notes

This dish is incredibly easy to prepare and packed with vibrant tomato flavor due to the combination of fresh cherry tomatoes, sun dried tomatoes, and tomato paste.
Be sure to not skimp on salt—it enhances and balances the tomato acidity perfectly.
Bucatini pasta works great, but thick spaghetti is an excellent substitute if you can’t find it.
Stir the pasta frequently while boiling to prevent it from sticking and to cook evenly.
For a richer flavor, garnish with freshly grated Parmesan or a vegan alternative.
Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently with a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 recipe)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 1.8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 65g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 0mg