Paso Robles Recipe
Make Paso Robles 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
Seasoning
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add 8 cups of pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
Sauté Garlic
Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, but not browned.
- 6
Add Tomatoes
Stir in 2 cups of halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
- 7
Season the Sauce
Add 1 teaspoon of black pepper and 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir well.
Combining Ingredients
- 8
Mix Pasta with Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce, tossing everything together to coat the pasta evenly.
- 9
Add Fresh Basil and Cheese
Stir in 1 cup of chopped fresh basil and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- 10
Adjust Seasoning
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes as needed.
Serving
- 11
Plate the Pasta
Serve the pasta warm in bowls, garnished with additional fresh basil and Parmesan cheese if desired.
