Best 12 Bow Tie Pasta Tomatoes Recipes

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If you're craving a delicious and comforting dish that combines the flavors of tangy tomatoes, tender bow tie pasta, and fragrant herbs, look no further! Bow tie pasta, also known as farfalle, is a unique and eye-catching pasta shape that pairs wonderfully with a variety of sauces and ingredients. In this article, we're embarking on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for bow tie pasta with tomatoes. Whether you prefer a classic tomato sauce bursting with vibrant flavors or an innovative dish with a twist, we'll guide you through the steps of creating a memorable meal that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

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BOW TIE PASTA WITH PESTO, FETA & CHERRY TOMATOES



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This is a delicious summertime recipe. You can make the salad up to about 1 hour before you serve it. If the salad looks a little dry, add a little olive oil before serving.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb bow tie pasta (Farfalle)
1/2 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
olive oil, as needed
2 bunches basil leaves
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 small lemon, juice of
2 garlic cloves, peeled
kosher salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • For the pesto, place all ingredients with ½ cup of the oil in a blender and blend.
  • Gradually drizzle in the remaining ¼ cup of oil until pesto is thick and smooth.
  • This will make about 1 1/2 cups pesto.
  • For the pasta, bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
  • Stir in the bow ties and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain the pasta and run it under cold water just until it stops steaming.
  • Bounce the pasta around to get rid of as much water as you can.
  • Dump the pasta into a large serving bowl.
  • Stir in the pesto until the pasta is coated.
  • Toss in the cherry tomatoes and the crumbled feta.
  • Taste the salad and season it as you like with salt and pepper.
  • You can make the salad up to about 1 hour before you serve it.
  • If the salad looks a little dry, add some olive oil prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1078.2, Fat 68.8, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 140.1, Sodium 637.5, Carbohydrate 89.1, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 29.4

FARFALLE (BOW TIE) PASTA WITH CHICKEN & SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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This is from a local restaurant called La Costa. It is a very creamy, flavourful pasta dish that is simple to make and a delight to serve. Guests will rave about it.

Provided by Just Call Me Martha

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
2 onions, finely diced
2 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, julienned
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 cups whipping cream (35%)
salt and pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 lb farfalle pasta or 1 lb bow tie pasta

Steps:

  • In large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat.
  • Add the chicken, onions, sundried tomatoes, basil, thyme, oregano and garlic.
  • Sauté until chicken is almost cooked.
  • Add the whipping cream and parmesan cheese.
  • Continue to simmer until slightly thickened.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • In large pot, bring water to boil and cook pasta until al dente.
  • Drain.
  • Toss the pasta with the sauce.
  • Place in individual pasta bowls.
  • Serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese and black pepper.

BOW TIE PASTA WITH SAUSAGE, SPINACH, TOMATOES & CREAM



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I found the best chicken & spinach sausage and we love bow tie pasta and I came up with this recipe. You can substitute any sausage and use frozen chopped spinach if you like.You can also substitute cream.

Provided by Montana Heart Song

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta
4 quarts boiling water
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 chicken-spinach sausages, casings removed & diced
1 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, crushed and minced
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can tomato soup
1/2 teaspoon basil
1 1/2 cups fat-free half-and-half
1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon salt or 1 teaspoon salt substitute
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup parmesan cheese or 1 cup romano cheese

Steps:

  • In stockpot add water and 1 tblsp olive oil.
  • When boiling, add pasta.
  • In frying pan, add 2 tblsp olive oil, add sausages, chopped onion, garlic italian seasoning, balsamic vinegar. Saute until onion, sausages and garlic start to brown.
  • Turn heat to simmer.
  • In separate bowl, add tomato soup, basil and half and half. Wisk to mix.
  • Cook pasta until ala dente, about 10 -12 minutes. Drain in colandar. Save 1 cup water.
  • Add margarine back into stockpot, add saved water, add drained pasta,toss to mix and kept on warm heat.
  • Add salt and white pepper.
  • Add tomato cream mixture to frying pan and mix, do not boil, low heat until everything is hot.
  • Pour over hot pasta. Toss to mix.Pile in a large pasta bowl and serve.
  • Pass the preferred cheese as individual topping for each serving.
  • Note: The chicken spinach sausage is located in major national chains, this sausage contains asaigo cheese and spices. in it.

BOW TIE PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS, SUN-DRIED TOMATOES, AND BOURSIN



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Although this serves two, it can easily be adapted for more. Garden fresh and quick to make. From Bride and Groom: First and Forever.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup pine nuts
kosher salt
8 ounces bow tie pasta
14 medium asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 large garlic cloves, mince
1/3 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, preferably parmigiano reggiano
2 ounces boursin cheese, garlic and fine herbs
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or 3/4 teaspoon dried dill weed
3/4 teaspoon lemon pepper, plus more as needed
fresh flat leaf parsley, for garnishing (optional)

Steps:

  • Put the pine nuts in a dry small skillet over medium heat. Shake constantly until evenly toasted on all sides, about 4 minutes. Set aside.
  • Fill a large saucepan three fourths full of water. Bring to a boil over high heat and add kosher salt. (about 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt per quart of water). Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until barely tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the asparagus to the pan and cook until tender-crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain the pasta and asparagus, reserving 3/4 cup of the cooking water.
  • Set the pan over medium heat and heat the olive oil. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Return the pasta and asparagus to the pan, then add the reserved cooking water. Add the tomatoes (if using), Parmesan cheese, Bousin, dill and the 3/4 teaspoons lemon pepper and toss to combine. Stir in the pine nuts. Season with kosher salt to taste and more lemon pepper if necessary.
  • Divide the pasta between 2 bowls and garnish with parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 775.5, Fat 33.6, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 106.8, Sodium 280.5, Carbohydrate 95.7, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 4.5, Protein 27.9

BOW TIE PASTA WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND KALAMATA OLIVES



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Tang of the tomatoes with the heat of the chile oil combines for a terrific side dish. Easy one pot cooking. Toss in some cooked chicken or shrimp for a main course meal.**

Provided by Vicki in CT

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 12m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces bow tie pasta
1/4 cup hot chili-flavored olive oil (to taste)
2 -3 tablespoons pesto sauce
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, minced
1/4 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained and chopped
1/3 cup kalamata olive, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated (or more to taste)
garlic salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions on package. Be sure to just cook to al dente stage. Drain and return to pot. Place pot on burner but turn off burner.
  • Stir in oil.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients and mix well.
  • **I have also added broccoli to pasta water while cooking pasta and this is very good too.

BOW TIE PASTA WITH FETA, PINE NUTS AND TOMATOES



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This is easy, light and delicious! I served it with sauteed spinch with al ittle garlic and lemon. Wonderful!

Provided by susie cooks

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb bow tie pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
4 plum tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Heat water and cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Heat olive oil in a medium skillet, over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and saute, but do not let brown.
  • Add toasted pine nuts.
  • Add spices and stir.
  • Add tomatoes and olives and saute for about 3 minutes, until heated through and softened.
  • Pour sauce over pasta and top with Feta cheese.
  • Cover for a minute so cheese and flavors meld.

BOW TIE PASTA WITH SAUSAGE AND TOMATOES



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This is awesome, Every time I make it it is gone in no time...So good! You can use Turkey Sausage just make sure it is the sweet sausage and light cream

Provided by Danielle Januhowski

Categories     Turkey

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 oz bow tie pasta cooked and drained
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 lb sweet italian sausage, casing removed and crumbled
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 c diced onions
3 garlic cloves minced
28 oz can italian-style plum tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped
1 1/2 c heavy cream
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • 2. Heat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Cook sausage and pepper flakes until sausage is evenly brown. Stir in onion and garlic, and cook until onion is tender. Stir in tomatoes, cream, and salt. Simmer until mixture thickens, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • 3. Stir cooked pasta into sauce, and heat through.

CHICKEN WITH BOW TIE PASTA, FRESH TOMATOES AND PEPPERS



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Make and share this Chicken With Bow Tie Pasta, Fresh Tomatoes and Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BeccaB3c

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces bow tie pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 lbs chicken breast tenders, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 bell pepper (green or red)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb coarsely chopped fresh tomato
1/4 cup kalamata olive
freshly grated parmesan cheese (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions; drain and transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet on medium.
  • Add chicken; cook 7 minutes, stirring often or until browned; remove to a plate and cover.
  • Add bell pepper, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper to skillet; cook and stir 5 minutes or until bell pepper pieces are almost tender.
  • Add tomatoes and olives; cook 5 minutes or until tomatoes soften and mixture is hot.
  • Stir in chicken and any accumulated juices; heat just until hot.
  • Stir chicken mixture into pasta.
  • Serve with parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.6, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 117.3, Sodium 627.4, Carbohydrate 38, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 3.8, Protein 39

BOW TIE PASTA WITH SHRIMP, BABY ZUCHINNI, CHERRY TOMATOES AND BASIL



BOW TIE PASTA WITH SHRIMP, BABY ZUCHINNI, CHERRY TOMATOES AND BASIL image

Categories     Shellfish     Sauté     Spring     Healthy

Yield 8 People

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup good olive oil, plus extra for the pasta pot - or a mixture of butter and olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
¼ cup dry white wine
2 T lemon juice
2 pints small cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes whole
1 pint baby zuchinni chopped into small cubes/half moons
24 large basil leaves, julienned
4 tablespoons chopped fresh curly parsley
4 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 LBS Shrimp
1.5 to 2 pounds dried bow tie pasta

Steps:

  • 1 Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add salt (1 T) and a splash of oil to the pot. 2 Heat 4 T butter or equivalent amount of olive oil in a pan until melted and bubbling. Add the garlic to the butter and cook over medium heat for 30 seconds. Add the shrimp and sauté until pink and then remove to a bowl. Add 2-4 T of olive oil to the pan and then add the tomatoes, zucchini, basil, parsley, thyme, two teaspoons salt, the pepper, and red pepper flakes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for five to seven minutes, tossing occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to soften but don't break up. Remove from heat. [You may stop the process here and finish when you are 15 minutes out from dinner.] 3 When ready, add the pasta to the pot of boiling water and cook according to the directions on the package. Drain the pasta, reserving some of the pasta water. 4 Return the sauce to the heat, and when warmed add the shrimp with a splash of lemon juice. Salt and pepper to taste. 5 Place the pasta in a large serving bowl, add the shrimp and vegetable sauce and mix well. Add some of the pasta water if the pasta seems too dry. Serve with a green salad.

BOW TIE PASTA WITH CHERRY TOMATOES CAPERS AND BASIL



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Categories     Pasta     Dinner     Vegan

Yield 4 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups hot cooked bow tie pasta
4 cups halved cherry tomatoes (about 2 pints)
1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped pitted niçoise olives
2 tablespoons capers
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
Red wine vinegar (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except pasta into a bowl and let rest for an hour. Cook pasta to al dente. Mix pasta into tomato mixture. Serve immediately

BOW TIE PASTA & TOMATOES



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I love taking this to a tailgate or pot luck. It can be served at room temperature and doesn't contain mayonnaise so it can stay out for a long time. It makes a great side dish or add cooked chicken or shrimp and use as a meal. Only 4 main ingredients.

Provided by Gail Charbonneau

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 5h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 oz bow tie pasta, cooked
12 cherry tomatoes quartered or 24 grape tomatoes halved
8 large sprigs of basil chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
red pepper flakes, to taste
sea or kosher salt, to taste
1/3 c olive oil, extra virgin, or up to 1/2 cup
8 oz feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the tomatoes, basil, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt and olive oil in a glass bowl or casserole dish. cover and refrigerate 4 hours or longer.
  • 2. Remove the tomato mixure and let it come to room temperature.
  • 3. Mix the hot bow ties with the feta cheese and then toss with the tomato mixture. Serve warm or at room temperature.

BOW-TIE PASTA WITH BEEF AND TOMATOES



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Serve a skillet-quick, homemade beefy pasta dinner, and have it on the table in less than 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (5 oz)
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 cup frozen bell pepper and onion stir-fry (from 1-lb bag)
1 lb beef strips for stir-fry or beef flank steak, thinly sliced
1 can (14.5 oz) Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Fresh basil leaves, if desired
Freshly shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook frozen stir-fry vegetables in oil 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in beef. Cook 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink.
  • Stir in tomatoes, garlic salt and pepper. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently and breaking up tomatoes slightly with spoon, until mixture is hot. Stir in pasta. Cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until pasta is well coated and hot. Garnish with basil. Serve with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 550 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Selecting the Right Tomatoes: Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best taste. Look for tomatoes that are deep red in color and free of blemishes.
  • Cooking the Tomatoes: To enhance the flavor of the tomatoes, cook them slowly over medium heat. This allows the natural sugars in the tomatoes to caramelize, resulting in a rich and delicious sauce.
  • Seasoning the Sauce: Use a combination of herbs and spices to create a flavorful sauce. Common seasonings include garlic, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Adding Vegetables: Feel free to add vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms to the sauce for extra texture and nutrition.
  • Choosing the Right Pasta: Bow-tie pasta (also known as farfalle) is a good choice for this dish because it holds the sauce well. Other short pasta shapes like penne or rigatoni can also be used.
  • Cooking the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, making sure to salt the water generously. Al dente pasta is ideal for this dish, as it will hold its shape better when tossed with the sauce.

Conclusion:

This classic pasta dish is a delightful combination of simple ingredients that come together to create a flavorful and satisfying meal. With its vibrant sauce, tender pasta, and fresh herbs, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal, this bow-tie pasta with tomatoes is a delicious and versatile choice. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!

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