Pasta with cherry tomatoes, speck, and stracciatella, a recipe as simple as it is delicious for an original and flavorful first course.
This dish is perfect for those who love contrasts between sweet, savory, and creamy flavors: it combines the sweetness and freshness of cherry tomatoes, the savoriness of speck, and the soft creaminess of stracciatella.
It is a dish that can be served both in informal occasions and for a more refined lunch, thanks to its simplicity and the richness of flavors it offers.
Stracciatella is a fresh cheese from Puglia, made from mozzarella strips soaked in cream. Its creamy texture and delicate flavor make it a versatile ingredient in the kitchen. Added at the last moment, the stracciatella mixes with the heat of the pasta, forming a cream that enriches the dish without overshadowing other flavors.
You can use different varieties of cherry tomatoes like cherry, date, or yellow tomatoes. Cherry tomatoes are sweet and slightly acidic, while date tomatoes are sweeter and juicier. Yellow cherry tomatoes, on the other hand, have a more delicate and fruity flavor.
In conclusion, pasta with cherry tomatoes, speck, and stracciatella is a dish that impresses with its simplicity and elegance. It is ideal for a summer lunch or a dinner with friends, where you want to amaze with a dish that harmoniously combines tradition and creativity.
At the end of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I have answered some questions about this preparation. If you have other doubts or curiosities, you can write a comment or use the contact form at the bottom of the page.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop, Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer
- Energy 303.32 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 32.53 (g) of which sugars 9.80 (g)
- Proteins 14.19 (g)
- Fat 12.81 (g) of which saturated 1.74 (g)of which unsaturated 2.58 (g)
- Fibers 2.52 (g)
- Sodium 687.60 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 200 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes, Speck, and Stracciatella
- 11 oz pasta
- 3.5 oz stracciatella
- 2.8 oz speck
- 14 oz cherry tomatoes
- 1 sprig basil
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Tools
- Pot
- Bowls
- Cutting Board
- Kitchen Scale
- Air Fryer
Recipe for Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes, Speck, and Stracciatella
Start the preparation of pasta with cherry tomatoes, speck, and stracciatella by cooking the cherry tomatoes.
After washing them, cut the cherry tomatoes in half and place them in a bowl.
Season them with salt, black pepper, extra virgin olive oil, and if you like, a bit of dried oregano.
Preheat the air fryer for 3 minutes at 392°F.
Place the cherry tomatoes in the basket with the cut side up.
Cook the cherry tomatoes for 15-20 minutes.
Put them in a small bowl and set aside.
Cook the pasta in salted boiling water, drain it, and place it in a bowl.
You can use your preferred pasta shape, I chose penne.
Add the stracciatella to the pasta and mix well.
Add the cherry tomatoes set aside to the pasta bowl and mix again until they are evenly distributed.
Continue with the speck cut into strips or cubes.
Finish the preparation by also adding the leaves from a basil sprig.
Transfer the pasta with cherry tomatoes, speck, and stracciatella to the plates, garnishing with a sprig of basil and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil raw.
Serve immediately.
Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes, Speck, and Stracciatella
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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I cook the cherry tomatoes in a conventional oven?
Of course, at 428°F fan mode for about half an hour.
Can I use burrata instead of stracciatella?
Yes, but I recommend blending it slightly with an immersion blender.
Can I add some spice?
Absolutely! You can either use chili peppers to season the cherry tomatoes or use a chili oil raw before serving the dishes.
Can you suggest some pairings?
This dish pairs well with a fresh and aromatic white wine, such as a Vermentino or a Sauvignon Blanc, which enhance the sweetness of the cherry tomatoes and the creaminess of the stracciatella. If you prefer a rosé, a Chiaretto from the Lake Garda area could be an excellent choice.
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