Road Trip Tomato Basil Pasta

Name: Road Trip Tomato Basil Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 cloves garlic; 12 oz cherry tomatoes; 1/4 cup fresh basil; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

A simple, bright pasta dish with sun-ripened tomatoes and fresh herbs, ideal for a meal that feels like a summer drive.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

8 oz spaghetti
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic
12 oz cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup fresh basil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz spaghetti 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 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 12 oz cherry tomatoes and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, cooking for 3-4 minutes until tomatoes soften and release juices, then stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and 1/2 tsp salt.
Step 4: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet along with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Toss for 1 minute until the sauce coats the pasta evenly and thickens slightly.