Macallas Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

Make Macallas 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 Water
In a large pot, bring 4 liters of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
2
Cook the Pasta
Add 200 grams of pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta water.

4
Heat the Oil
In the same pot, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
5
Sauté Garlic
Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the pot and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
6
Add Tomatoes
Stir in 250 grams of halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
7
Season the Sauce
Add 1 teaspoon each of black pepper and red pepper flakes, and mix well.

8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the pot with the sauce. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
9
Add Basil and Cheese
Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of chopped fresh basil and 50 grams of grated Parmesan cheese.
10
Adjust Seasoning
Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.

11
Plate and Serve
Serve the Macallas warm, garnished with extra basil and Parmesan cheese if desired.