Garlic Herb Penne with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Name: Garlic Herb Penne with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz penne pasta; 2 tbsp olive oil; 4 cloves, minced garlic; 1 lb, halved cherry tomatoes; 1/4 cup, chopped basil; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese; to taste salt

A vibrant pasta dish featuring al dente penne tossed in a garlicky tomato sauce with fresh herbs and roasted cherry tomatoes.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz penne pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
1 lb, halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup, chopped basil
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
to taste salt

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz penne pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 1 lb halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes soften and release juices.
Step 4: Add drained penne to skillet with 1/4 cup reserved pasta water and 1/4 cup chopped basil. Toss vigorously for 1 minute until sauce coats pasta evenly.
Step 5: Season with salt to taste, divide into bowls, and top with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.