Description
A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring cherry tomatoes, garlic, basil, and Parmesan cheese. This simple yet delicious recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends.
Ingredients
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For the Pasta:
- 8 ounces spaghetti
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped, plus more for serving
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
- Make the Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, salt, and crushed red pepper; cook until fragrant. Mash the tomatoes with a spoon or masher. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens.
- Combine: Toss drained pasta with tomato sauce, basil, and Parmesan cheese. Add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve: Garnish with additional basil and Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. Tomato sauce can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Make Ahead: Prepare the sauce in advance, storing it for 2-3 days before using.
- Substitutes: Feel free to use different pasta shapes or tomato varieties, adjusting cooking times as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 403 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 434mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
