$10 Off Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil 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.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and then drain the rest in a colander.
Preparing the Sauce
- 3
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 4-5 minutes until they start to soften.
- 6
Combine with Pasta
Add the drained pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water, and stir to combine.
Final Touches
- 7
Add Basil and Cheese
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped basil, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until everything is combined.
- 8
Serve
If desired, add optional ingredients like red pepper flakes and lemon juice. Serve immediately while hot.