Bucatini With Roasted and Fresh Tomatoes

Submitted by nikidemeter

"A pasta dish with tomatoes"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 10mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 1 lb cherry tomatoes
• 7 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch pepper
• 3 slices bread, crusts removed, torn into small pieces
• 1⁄4 cup grated pecorino cheese, romanno
• 2 medium tomatoes, cut into 1/2 inch dice
• 1⁄4 cup packed shredded fresh basil
• 3 tablespoons shredded of fresh mint
• 12 ounces bucatini pasta, linguine or 12 ounces spaghetti
• 1 cup fresh ricotta

directions

1. preheat oven to 425. In an 8-inch square baking dish, toss cherry tomatoes with 3 Tablespoons oil, season with salt and pepper. Roast until bursting and charred in spots, 20-30 minutes. Meanwhile, on a rimmed baking sheet, toss bread with 2 Tablespoons of oil and Pecorino Romano, season with salt and pepper. Roast, tossing halfway through, until golden brown and crisp, about 12 minutes.
2. Toss diced tomatoes, basil, and mint with remaining 2 Tablespoons of oil; season with salt and pepper. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta; cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup liquid; drain.
3. Return pasta to pot, toss with roasted tomatoes, their oil and 1/2 cup of reserved water. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among plates then give each a dollop of ricotta, a spoonful of fresh-tomato mixture, and a sprinkle of croutons. Serve, garnished with a sprig or two of herbs, a generous drizzle of oil, and some cheese and pepper.