Avanzato Recipe

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@decowilmington

Dec 05 2025

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30m

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Serves 4

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Recipe information

Make Avanzato in just 30m. De costo

Cooking Pasta

1. Boil Water

In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil.

2. Cook Pasta

Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Typically, this takes about 8-10 minutes.

3. Drain Pasta

Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve a cup of pasta water for later use.

Preparing the Sauce

4. Sauté Garlic

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

5. Add Tomatoes

Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until they start to soften and release their juices.

6. Season the Sauce

Add salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to the tomato mixture. Stir well.

Combining Ingredients

7. Mix Pasta with Sauce

Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.

8. Add Basil and Cheese

Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until cheese is melted and evenly distributed.

9. Finish and Serve

Drizzle with lemon juice if desired, and serve hot. Garnish with extra basil and Parmesan cheese on top.