Smoky Tomato-Basil Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes

Name: Smoky Tomato-Basil Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb cherry tomatoes; 1/4 cup fresh basil; 3 cloves garlic; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tsp sea salt

A vibrant pasta dish with sun-ripened tomatoes and fresh basil, simmered to create a naturally sweet sauce.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 1 lb halved cherry tomatoes and 1/2 tsp sea salt, cooking for 5-6 minutes until tomatoes burst and sauce thickens slightly.
Step 4: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing with 2 tbsp reserved pasta water and 1/4 cup chopped basil until the sauce coats each strand evenly. Add more pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency.