Kitchen Party Recipe
for two or the table…depends on your appetite
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Start by chopping the garlic and halving the cherry tomatoes. Rinse and roughly chop the fresh basil.
- 2
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3
Sauté the Garlic and Tomatoes
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the tomatoes and garlic. Toss everything together and add the fresh basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 5
Serve
Divide the pasta into two bowls, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, and garnish with additional basil if desired. Serve warm.