Stir-Fried Spaghetti with Cherry Tomatoes and Garlic

Name: Stir-Fried Spaghetti with Cherry Tomatoes and Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup grated parmesan

A vibrant pasta dish with tender spaghetti tossed in a garlicky tomato sauce, finished with fresh herbs and a hint of citrus.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

8 oz spaghetti
1 cup cherry tomatoes
3 cloves, minced garlic
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 cup grated parmesan

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 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant — do not brown the garlic.
Step 3: Add 1 cup cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and release juice.
Step 4: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet along with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil. Toss for 2 minutes until the sauce coats the pasta evenly.
Step 5: Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 cup grated parmesan, then serve immediately.