Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFrench Market BistroL'ecole- Columbia Valley, Wa Recipe

L'ecole- Columbia Valley, Wa Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make L'ecole- Columbia Valley, Wa 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. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook Pasta

    Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Preparing Sauce

  1. 3

    Heat Olive Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 4

    Sauté Garlic

    Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Add Tomatoes

    Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they soften.

  4. 6

    Season the Sauce

    Stir in the salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes if desired. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 7

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce and toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is well-coated.

  2. 8

    Add Basil and Cheese

    Remove from heat, then stir in the chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese.

  3. 9

    Finish with Balsamic

    If using, drizzle balsamic vinegar over the pasta before serving.

Serving

  1. 10

    Plate and Serve

    Serve the pasta warm, garnished with extra basil and Parmesan if desired.

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