Foreplay Pasta with Brie, Basil, and Garlic

4.3
(12)

It's really that good. Rich and decadent. If you really want to impress, then get a small block of Parmesan and grate it. Gives a better flavor than pre-grated.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 25 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Brie cheese, cut into cubes

  • 4 large plum tomatoes, diced

  • 1 cup shredded fresh basil

  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, or more to taste

  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed, or more to taste

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 ½ pounds farfalle (bow-tie) pasta

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 teaspoons salt

  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Directions

  1. Mix Brie cheese, plum tomatoes, basil, 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a bowl; cover bowl with plastic wrap and marinate for 2 hours.

  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 teaspoons salt. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain. Add pasta to cheese-tomato mixture; toss. Sprinkle pasta with Parmesan cheese.

Cook's Note:

To make as bruschetta, make as above and spoon onto slices of baguette and broil until cheese has just melted. Can also be served in bowl; allow guests to spoon mixture onto baguette slices and leave unwarmed.

Editor's Note:

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of sodium for salt used for boiling pasta. The actual amount of salt consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

656 Calories
34g Fat
64g Carbs
25g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 656
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34g 44%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Cholesterol 59mg 20%
Sodium 1129mg 49%
Total Carbohydrate 64g 23%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 25g 49%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 165mg 13%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 355mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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