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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Sauce Preparation
- 2
Make the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired sauce consistency is reached. Stir in the chopped fresh basil and mix well.
Garnishing
- 4
Serve
Plate the pasta and top with grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a vibrant presentation.