Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta Ingredients
Method
Pasta Preparation Directions
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water to enhance the flavor of the pasta.
- 3
Cook Pasta
Add 2 cups of pasta to the boiling water. Stir occasionally and cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 4
Drain Pasta
Once the pasta is cooked, carefully drain it using a colander and set aside.
- 5
Sauté Garlic
In the same pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Add 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes to the pot. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta back into the pot with the sautéed garlic and cherry tomatoes. Toss to combine.
- 8
Add Basil and Cheese
Stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh basil and 0.5 cups of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- 9
Serve
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional basil and Parmesan cheese if desired.