Imagine twirling your fork into a plate of luxurious linguine, where creamy melted brie cascades over perfectly cooked pasta, mingling with burst cherry tomatoes and aromatic garlic. This isn't just another pasta dish – it's a culinary journey that transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-worthy meal you can create in your own kitchen in just 20 minutes. Get ready to impress your dinner guests or treat yourself to a decadent weeknight dinner that feels like a gourmet escape!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup brie cheese, cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing them to soften and release their juices, creating a light sauce base.
- Drain the cooked linguine, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water. Immediately transfer the hot pasta to the skillet with tomatoes.
- Reduce heat to low and add cubed brie cheese. Gently toss the pasta, allowing the cheese to melt and create a creamy sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a small amount of reserved pasta water to help it coat the linguine.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Gently stir to combine all ingredients.
- Remove from heat and transfer to serving plates. Garnish with fresh torn basil leaves.
- Serve immediately while the cheese is still warm and melted, enjoying the creamy texture and fresh flavors.
Tips
- Use room temperature brie for smoother melting and better sauce consistency.
- Reserve pasta water before draining – it's liquid gold for creating silky sauces!
- Use fresh, high-quality cherry tomatoes for the best flavor burst.
- Don't overcook the garlic; 30-45 seconds is the sweet spot for maximum flavor without bitterness.
- For extra richness, use European-style butter when sautéing garlic.
- Choose a soft, creamy brie variety for the most luxurious sauce texture.
- Tear fresh basil just before serving to maintain its vibrant flavor and aroma.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the cheese at its most gloriously melted state.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 539kcal
Carbohydrates: 46g
Protein: 21g
Fat: 31g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 50mg
