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Spaghetti with Roasted Sweet Corn and Cherry Tomatoes

A light, summery spaghetti tossed with roasted cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, fresh herbs, and Parmesan.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz whole wheat spaghetti noodles cooked according to package directions, rinsed and drained
  • 2 ears corn husks removed
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes about 2 cups
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian herbs such as oregano, rosemary, marjoram, thyme, basil, or sage

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Sharp Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Arrange the cherry tomatoes on the prepared baking sheet, drizzle with about 1 to 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, and roast for 10–15 minutes until the skins collapse and begin to brown; remove and set aside.
  3. Wrap each ear of corn in aluminum foil (or leave in husks) and place on the baking sheet; roast alongside the tomatoes or separately for 20–25 minutes until tender. Remove and let cool slightly, then cut the kernels from the cobs with a sharp knife.
  4. While the vegetables roast, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse briefly, then return to the pot or a large bowl.
  5. Whisk together the remaining olive oil (use the remainder of the 1/3 cup), salt, and black pepper. Toss the hot pasta with the olive oil mixture until evenly coated.
  6. Add the grated Parmesan, chopped fresh Italian herbs, roasted cherry tomatoes, and roasted corn kernels to the pasta; toss gently to combine.
  7. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra herbs or Parmesan.

Notes

  • Roast tomatoes until they just begin to brown for the best flavor.
  • You can leave corn in husks or wrap in foil before roasting.
  • Use a mix of fresh herbs for brighter flavor.
  • Cook pasta to al dente so it holds up when tossed.