24 Reviews of Balsamic Tomato-Basil Pasta

From: highcotton

On Nov 30, 2004

This was heavenly! I often add a splash of balsamic to pasta sauces, but the relatively large amount used in this recipe took it to a new level — tart and tangy and totally addictive. Fresh basil was the perfect finishing touch! I had to use San Marzano tomatoes but can't wait to try it with fresh ones next summer. Served it with a salad, some crusty bread and a glass of wine for a perfect light supper. (For 2, though — not 8!)

From: Debbb

On Jul 9, 2005

This is a great pasta dish! (I used bowtie pasta so it looked really fancy, too.) I loved the tang of the vinegar in the sauce. The only change I made: I simmered the sauce uncovered because I prefer thicker sauce.

From: moonpoodle

On Feb 16, 2008

I really love this pasta. I actually cheated and used canned diced tomatoes, and dried basil, which made it even more simple to throw together. The balsamic vinegar is a fantastic addition.

From: @ home in SF Bay

On Aug 25, 2006

This recipe reduced to two servings very easily(FYI 1/16 cup = 1 Tbsp).I added half a grilled chicken breast to one serving, and some mozzarella on top of both. Bowtie pasta worked well, and garden fresh tomatoes are ideal! Very smooth taste, but I could have used a little more of a kick. Maybe more garlic next time... Really good combination of flavors. Thanks

From: ladypit

On Jun 18, 2005

This smells heavenly while cooking. I used some really nice tomatoes from the farmer's market and a mix of regular and purple basil from my herb container garden. I served it over whole wheat fettucini. I really enjoyed, my husband was not as thrilled with it. He felt it was way too sweet (from the balsamic). Really glad I tried it.

From: Kim in Walnut Creek

On Mar 23, 2005

This is a delicious (and pretty) pasta recipe! In addition to the parmesan in the recipe, I liberally sprinkled it over the top. Thanks for the great recipe!

From: Ethan's Mommy

On Jun 19, 2005

This dish was delicious! I made it for our Father's Day cookout and it was a big hit! I was nervous about trying this recipe because I havent cooked anything like it before, to my suprise it was easy! Yummy!

From: Chef #956467

On Sep 20, 2008

We absolutely love this recipe and have been making it for a couple of years now. We only cook it in the summer though because it really is best with fresh garden tomatoes and Lots of fresh basil. I find these ingredients are hard to come by and expensive in the colder months.

From: Geca

On Aug 3, 2009

So fast, easy, and tasty! I scaled the recipe down for two and used 2 tomatoes — I only wish I had used more tomatoes, as others in the comments suggested. I did also simmer with the cover off and it was a great thick chunky sauce. It came out fantastic with some penne. SECOND TIME: This time I made it with canned diced tomatoes, which were surprisingly good and actually much juicier than the fresh tomatoes. Again, I scaled it for two people and used 1 can of diced tomatoes. I also added significantly more balsamic vinegar, about twice as much, which gave it more of a punch.

From: DDW

On Nov 14, 2005

We loved this dish! It was easy to make and had tons a flavor. I used bow tie pasta thinking it would be easier eating as a side dish that way and it looked great too. I think one could easily toss in some grilled chicken or other meat for a great main dish. I served 7 last night and everyone gave this a thumbs up!