Classic Tomato Basil Pasta

Name: Classic Tomato Basil Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

A simple yet incredibly flavorful Italian pasta dish made with sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and rich olive oil. It is a quick, comforting meal that brings the taste of Italy right to your table in under 30 minutes.

4 servings

Prep: 10 minutes

Cook: 15 minutes

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Ingredients Index

12 Oz Spaghetti 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil 4 Cloves Garlic, Thinly Sliced 4 Cups Cherry Tomatoes, Halved 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper 1/2 Cup Fresh Basil Leaves, Torn 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
2While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3Add the sliced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn it.
4Add the halved cherry tomatoes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet, and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and begin to release their juices.
5Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
6Add the drained pasta and the fresh basil leaves to the skillet with the tomatoes, tossing well to combine and adding a splash of the reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
7Divide among bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.