Fusilli Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the salt once the water is boiling.
Cook Fusilli
Add the fusilli pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions, typically around 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
Making the Sauce
Add Tomatoes
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until they start to soften and release their juices.
Combine with Pasta
Add the drained fusilli pasta back into the pot. Toss to combine with the tomato mixture.
Add Basil and Cheese
Stir in the chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese. If the mixture seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
Season
Season with black pepper to taste. Toss everything together to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
