One-Dish Creamy Tomato Burrata Pasta Bake

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Carly's Cookbook (@carlyscookbook)

Football’s back, and so is fall comfort food! This one-dish pasta bake is creamy, cheesy, and perfect for feeding a crowd. It's a simple yet satisfying dish that combines the richness of burrata with the tanginess of tomato sauce, making it ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in.

One-Dish Creamy Tomato Burrata Pasta Bake recipe
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
40min
Total Time
50min

Ingredients

6 Servings
(1 serving = 1 portion of pasta bake)
  • dry pasta
    dry pasta
    17 2/3oz
  • tomato sauce
    tomato sauce
    24oz
  • chicken broth
    chicken broth
    2cups
  • water
    water
    1/2cup
  • white onion diced
    white onion diced
    1/2
  • garlic
    garlic
    2clove
  • salt
    salt
    1tsp
  • pepper
    pepper
    1/2tsp
  • Italian seasoning
    Italian seasoning
    1tsp
  • shredded mozzarella
    shredded mozzarella
    2cups
  • stracciatella (burrata filling)
    stracciatella (burrata filling)
    8oz
  • basil
    basil
    1bundle

How to make One-Dish Creamy Tomato Burrata Pasta Bake

  1. Step 1

    Stir pasta, tomato sauce, chicken broth, diced onion, garlic, and seasonings in a 9x13 dish.

  2. Step 2

    Mix in 1 cup of shredded mozzarella and dollop half of the burrata filling throughout the dish.

  3. Step 3

    Cover the dish and bake at 400°F for 35–40 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Uncover the dish, stir, top with the remaining shredded mozzarella, and broil for 3-5 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

390.9kcal (19.55%)

Protein

18.7g (37.44%)

Carbs

46.0g (16.72%)

Sugars

5.7g (11.4%)

Healthy Fat

5.4g

Unhealthy Fat

7.7g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. If the pasta looks dry during baking, add ½ cup of water to keep it moist.

  2. You can swap stracciatella with cream cheese, ricotta, goat cheese, or mascarpone for a similar creamy texture.

  3. For extra flavor, sprinkle fresh basil on top before serving.

FAQS

  1. Can I use a different type of cheese instead of burrata?

    Yes, you can substitute burrata with cream cheese, ricotta, goat cheese, or mascarpone for a similar creamy texture.

  2. What type of pasta works best for this recipe?

    Short pasta shapes like penne, rigatoni, or fusilli work best as they hold the sauce well.

  3. Can I make this dish vegetarian?

    Yes, simply replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth to make it vegetarian.

  4. How can I prevent the pasta from drying out?

    If the pasta looks dry during baking, add ½ cup of water to keep it moist.

  5. Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?

    Yes, you can assemble the dish ahead of time and refrigerate it. Bake it when ready to serve.

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