One-Pot Roasted Tomato and Fresh Basil Pasta

Name: One-Pot Roasted Tomato and Fresh Basil Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti; 3 tbsp olive oil; 4 cloves, minced garlic; 16 oz, halved cherry tomatoes; 1/2 cup, chopped fresh basil; 1 cup vegetable broth; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tsp salt; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan

A vibrant pasta dish with sun-ripened tomatoes and basil simmered in a single pot for effortless flavor.

Cuisine: Italian-American

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti
3 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
16 oz, halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup, chopped fresh basil
1 cup vegetable broth
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp salt
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook 8-10 minutes until al dente; drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in the same pot over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Stir in 16 oz halved cherry tomatoes and 1 cup vegetable broth. Simmer 5 minutes until tomatoes break down and broth reduces slightly.
Step 4: Add drained spaghetti and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Toss vigorously for 2 minutes until sauce clings to pasta. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped basil and 1 tsp salt. Serve topped with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan.