Do Mary Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 3
Add Tomatoes
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes are soft and start to burst.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the tomato mixture.
- 5
Finish the Dish
Toss the pasta in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as necessary to create a light sauce. Stir in chopped basil, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
- 6
Serve
Divide the pasta into serving bowls. Garnish with additional basil and Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.