Pasta Twists with Tomato and Mozzarella
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italy with this easy and delicious recipe for Pasta Twists with Tomato and Mozzarella. Featuring tender fusilli pasta tossed in a rich, garlicky tomato sauce and studded with gooey, melty cubes of fresh mozzarella, this dish is a perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Fragrant basil leaves and a hint of olive oil elevate the flavors, while an optional sprinkle of parmesan adds a savory finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing pasta recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed family dinners. Serve it with a crisp side salad or warm garlic bread for a complete meal that’s as comforting as it is satisfying. Keywords: pasta twists recipe, tomato and mozzarella pasta, quick Italian dinner, fusilli with tomato sauce, easy weeknight pasta recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g fusilli pasta (pasta twists)
- 400 g canned diced tomatoes
- 200 g mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 units garlic cloves
- 10 units fresh basil leaves
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 50 g parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, finely chop the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes to the skillet. Stir in the salt and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Slice the mozzarella cheese into small cubes, about 1 cm each.
Add the cooked pasta to the tomato sauce, along with the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed. Stir well to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in the mozzarella cubes, allowing them to melt slightly but remain gooey.
Tear the basil leaves into smaller pieces and stir them into the pasta.
Divide the pasta into serving bowls and, if desired, sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2654 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.3 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.8 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 5060 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 316.1 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 119.8 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2211 mg | 170% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1833 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
