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Creamy Sweet Corn and Basil Pasta

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Creamy Sweet Corn and Basil Pasta is a light, flavorful summer dish made without cream. Fresh sweet corn, basil, and parmesan create a naturally silky sauce tossed with pasta for a comforting yet bright vegetarian meal in just 30 minutes.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 12 oz campanelle pasta (or bowtie, shells, orecchiette, fusilli, penne, or rigatoni)
  • 3 ears fresh sweet corn, kernels cut from cob
  • 1 shallot, finely minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chiffonade
  • 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water (as needed)

Instructions

  1. Shuck the corn and cut off the kernels. Use the back of a knife to scrape the cobs to extract the sweet juices.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until 1 minute shy of al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
  3. In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Sauté shallots until translucent, about 2–3 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in corn and its juices. Season lightly with salt and cook for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Add cooked pasta, half the reserved pasta water, Parmesan, and black pepper. Stir to coat, adding more water if needed until sauce is creamy.
  6. Remove from heat and fold in fresh basil. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve warm with extra Parmesan and black pepper on top.

Notes

  • Add halved cherry tomatoes for color and sweetness.
  • For a little heat, include a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • Use vegan butter and dairy-free Parmesan for a vegan version.
  • Lemon zest adds brightness if desired.
  • Best served fresh, but leftovers can be reheated with a splash of water or broth.

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