Caruso & Minini Zoli Recipe
Make Caruso & Minini Zoli 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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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add Caruso & Minini Zoli pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the remaining water from the pasta.
Preparing the Sauce
- 4
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 5
Add Tomatoes
Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Stir in salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes if desired. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- 7
Mix Pasta with Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a saucy consistency.
- 8
Finish with Basil
Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil and optional lemon zest for added flavor.
- 9
Serve
Plate the pasta, top with grated Parmesan cheese, and serve immediately.