Lemon-Tarragon Linguine with Cherry Tomatoes

Name: Lemon-Tarragon Linguine with Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 12 oz linguine; 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 4 cloves, minced garlic; 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes; 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh tarragon; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 cup, grated pecorino romano cheese; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Bright, herbaceous pasta with bursting tomatoes and a tangy lemon finish, ready in under 20 minutes.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 12 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz linguine
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh tarragon
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 cup, grated pecorino romano cheese
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz linguine and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until tomatoes burst and release juices, stirring occasionally.
Step 4: Add drained linguine to the skillet along with 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped tarragon, and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Toss vigorously for 2 minutes until sauce coats pasta evenly.
Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup grated pecorino romano cheese until melted. Season with 1/2 tsp kosher salt and additional tarragon if desired.