Imports Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Make Imports Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add 2 cups of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta and reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water. Set aside.

3
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic (3 cloves) and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4
Add Tomatoes
Add 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
5
Season the Sauce
Add salt (1 tsp), black pepper (0.5 tsp), and red pepper flakes (0.25 tsp) to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the tomato and garlic mixture. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
7
Add Fresh Basil and Cheese
Tear fresh basil (1 cup) and add it to the pasta along with 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Toss well to combine and allow the cheese to melt slightly.

8
Plate and Serve
Serve the pasta warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.