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Cherry Tomato and Basil Pasta

Juicy Cherry Tomato and Basil Pasta in Just 25 Minutes

This Cherry Tomato and Basil Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish, perfect for satisfying your cravings and impressing guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti cook it al dente for the best texture
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil use high-quality extra virgin
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes ripe and juicy ones
  • 4 cloves Garlic adds depth to the sauce
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil finely sliced
  • ½ teaspoon Chili Flakes optional for heat
For Serving
  • ¼ cup Pecorino Romano Cheese omit for a vegan version

Equipment

  • large pot
  • frypan
  • measuring cups
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water, add spaghetti, and cook until al dente, reserving ½ cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat olive oil in a frypan and sauté garlic cloves until golden.
  3. Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they burst, seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes.
  4. Remove garlic cloves, mash lightly, and stir back into sauce.
  5. Combine drained spaghetti with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water gradually.
  6. Serve garnished with remaining fresh basil and Pecorino Romano cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use quality ingredients and taste seasoning as you go. Customize the recipe with your favorite proteins if desired.

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