One-Pot Garlic Tomato Penne

Name: One-Pot Garlic Tomato Penne
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz penne pasta; 2 tbsp olive oil; 4 cloves garlic; 2 cups cherry tomatoes; 1/4 cup fresh basil

Simple pasta tossed with fresh garlic, ripe tomatoes, and basil in a single skillet for a vibrant weeknight meal.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

8 oz penne pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup fresh basil

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz penne pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add drained penne, 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to skillet. Toss for 3 minutes until tomatoes soften. Stir in 2 tbsp reserved pasta water and 1/4 cup chopped basil, cooking until sauce coats pasta evenly.